Epoxidized Soybean Oil (ESBO) Plasticizer from Germany
Epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO) serves as a bio-based compound plasticizer and co-stabilizer for PVC, reducing reliance on petroleum derivatives. Under HTS 3812.20.5000 for its function as a plasticizer-stabilizer combination for plastics.
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
• Certify epoxidation level (typically 6-7% oxirane) for proper classification
• Include GMO-free certificates if targeting food packaging markets
• Differentiate from Chapter 15 vegetable oils via chemical modification proof