Citral Natural (from Lemon Grass Oil)
Citral Natural (from Lemon Grass Oil) is an acyclic aldehyde (3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadienal) extracted from lemon grass oil, used primarily as a flavoring and fragrance compound in food and cosmetics. It falls under tariff item 2912.19.00 as 'Other' acyclic aldehydes.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a natural essential oil rather than isolated citral.
Essential oils are classified in heading 33.01, not as separate chemical compounds.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is a separate chemically defined compound, not a natural essential oil mixture, which would classify elsewhere
• Provide documentation of the extraction process and purity to CBSA
• Check if the product requires a Natural Health Product license if used in cosmetics or supplements
Related Products under Tariff item 2912.19.00
2-Ethylhexanal
2-Ethylhexanal, a branched-chain acyclic aldehyde used in producing 2-ethylhexyl acrylate for adhesives and coatings. It is a separate chemically defined acyclic aldehyde without other oxygen functions, meeting Chapter 29 criteria. The product is classified as an 'other' acyclic aldehyde.
2-Methylbutanal
2-Methylbutanal is a branched acyclic aldehyde imparting malty, chocolate-like flavors used in beer, chocolate, and nut flavorings. As a separate chemically defined compound without other oxygen functions, it falls under tariff item 2912.19.00 as 'Other' acyclic aldehydes.
2-Methylpropanal Stabilized
2-Methylpropanal stabilized with BHT antioxidant to prevent polymerization during transport and storage. It is a separate chemically defined acyclic aldehyde without other oxygen functions, and the stabilizer is necessary for preservation. Meets Chapter 29 note (f) allowing added stabilizers.
Acetaldehyde
Acetaldehyde (CH3CHO), a simple acyclic aldehyde used primarily in the production of acetic acid, acetic anhydride, and as a precursor for various chemicals. It is a separate chemically defined acyclic aldehyde without other oxygen functions, meeting Chapter 29 criteria. Classified as an 'other' acyclic aldehyde.
Beta-Citral (Neral Isomer) Fragrance Grade
Beta-Citral (neral), the Z-isomer of citral, is a separate chemically defined acyclic aldehyde without other oxygen functions. It is isolated for specialized fragrance applications in fine perfumes and aromatherapy oils, and falls under tariff item 2912.19.00 as 'Other' acyclic aldehydes.
Biocide Grade Glyoxal 40% Solution
Glyoxal solution meeting biocide standards for industrial water treatment and disinfectant formulations is a pure acyclic dialdehyde. It falls under tariff item 2912.19.00 as a separate chemically defined compound, excluding formulated end-products per Chapter 29 notes.