Synthetic Isophytol from Citral
Synthetic isophytol from citral is an acyclic terpene alcohol identical to natural-derived product. It is a separate chemically defined compound, per Chapter 29 Note 1(a), regardless of synthetic origin.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Alternative Classifications
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If the product is a vitamin or provitamin
Vitamins and provitamins are classified in heading 29.36.
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Import Tips & Compliance
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