Phenylacetaldehyde for Flavor Applications
Flavor-grade phenylacetaldehyde provides honey-like notes in food additives and remains a separate chemically defined compound without formulation into mixtures. It is classifiable under this tariff item as a cyclic aldehyde without other oxygen functions.
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 mixed with other substances for food or beverage flavoring
Mixtures of odoriferous substances for food industry are classified under heading 3302.
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 not put up for retail sale as a food additive, which may shift classification to Chapter 33 or 21
• Provide documentation that it is a pure compound, not a mixture
• Verify if Health Canada approval is needed for food-grade imports
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