Glucose Pentaacetate from Germany
Glucose pentaacetate is a peracetylated sugar ester where all five hydroxyl groups of glucose are esterified with acetic acid. Classified in HTS 2940.00.60.00 as a chemically pure sugar ester, distinct from products of headings 2937-2939. Used as an intermediate in carbohydrate chemistry and drug synthesis.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
5.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document acetyl group content via saponification value testing; Include flash point data (108°C) for hazardous classification; Avoid plastic packaging - use glass or HDPE to prevent hydrolysis