Amino-Modified Silicone Fluid from Germany
Amino-modified silicone fluid enhances adhesion in textiles and hair care products. Falls under HTS 3910.00.00.00 as chemically modified silicones in primary form, compliant with Chapter 39 polymer classification rules.
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
• Provide FTIR analysis confirming siloxane backbone dominance for CBP review
• Avoid shipping in diluted form to prevent Chapter 38 classification
• Ensure drum labeling specifies 'primary polymer' status