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Benzyl Chloride Paper Fluorescent Brightener from Germany

Distyryl biphenyl derivative with benzyl chloride aromatic groups (>5%) used as optical brightening agent in paper production for whiteness enhancement. Classified under HTS 3809.92.10.00 for aromatic-containing paper finishing agents.

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

• Fluorescence spectra and paper substantivity data confirm end-use

• Hazardous material shipping papers required for benzyl chloride derivatives

• Distinguish from textile brighteners by paper-specific solubility profile