Quebracho Tannin Extract Powder from Germany
Quebracho tannin extract is derived from the bark of the South American quebracho tree, a vegetable origin source rich in condensed tannins used primarily in leather tanning. It falls under HTS 3201.90.50.00 as 'other' tanning extracts of vegetable origin, excluding basic oak or chestnut extracts. This powder form is widely imported for industrial applications in leather processing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify certificate of analysis confirming vegetable origin and tannin content to avoid misclassification as synthetic tannins
• Ensure proper labeling with CAS number (e.g
• 9032-04-4 for mimosa) and batch purity for customs clearance