Lutrol E400 Polyethylene Glycol from Germany
BASF Lutrol E400 is a pharma-grade liquid PEG used in wax emulsions and soft gelatin capsules. Despite liquidity, classified as poly(oxyethylene) wax base under HTS 3404.20.00.00 when not in final preparation.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Pharma-grade COA required; reference USP/NF monograph
• Liquid form needs viscosity/molecular weight specs for 3404 eligibility
• Prevent classification as surfactant by surfactant test documentation