C12-C18 Fatty Alcohol Distillate from Germany
Refined distillate containing C12 through C18 acyclic monohydric alcohols from natural fat sources, used in polymer processing. Classified HTS 3824.99.93.20 for C12+ alcohol mixtures not elsewhere specified. Acts as internal lubricant and release agent in plastics extrusion.
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
• Document natural vs synthetic origin if claiming preferential tariffs; test iodine value to confirm unsaturation levels; ensure bulk industrial packaging to avoid retail classification