Powdered Tonka Beans
Ground tonka beans in powder form, dried and crushed, valued in pharmacy for coumarin extraction and in perfumery for aromatic compounds. Classified under HTS 1211.90.60.00 as powdered plant parts for perfumery or pharmaceutical purposes, not final medicaments.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +17.5% | 17.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If extracted vegetable saps/resins
Tonka extracts resembling saps move to Chapter 13 if concentrated beyond powder.
If dried but primarily food use
Dried vegetables/roots for food consumption fall under Chapter 7.
If not specifically tonka but other similar plants
Other plants for perfumery/pharmacy use different subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare particle size and coumarin levels to distinguish from finished extracts
• Obtain FDA prior notice for pharmacy-intended imports due to coumarin regulations
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as spice; specify perfumery/pharma use
Related Products under HTS 1211.90.60.00
Dried Tonka Beans
Whole dried tonka beans (Dipteryx odorata) are the fruit seeds primarily used in perfumery for their coumarin content, providing a vanilla-like aroma in fragrances and flavorings. They fall under HTS 1211.90.60.00 as plant parts used in perfumery, whether fresh, dried, or powdered. These beans are not processed into medicaments or final perfumes.
Crushed Tonka Bean Pieces
Crushed dried tonka beans cut into small pieces for easier extraction in insecticidal formulations or perfume bases. HTS 1211.90.60.00 covers such cut/crushed plant parts primarily for perfumery, pharmacy, or similar purposes.
Whole Tonka Beans for Perfumery
Premium whole dried tonka beans sourced for high-end fragrance production due to intense coumarin scent. Specifically under HTS 1211.90.60.00 as tonka beans used primarily in perfumery.
Organic Dried Tonka Beans
Certified organic whole dried tonka beans for natural pharmacy applications and organic perfume formulations. HTS 1211.90.60.00 applies to these plant fruits regardless of organic status when used for perfumery/pharmacy.
Tonka Bean Powder Extract Base
Fine powdered tonka beans serving as base material for tinctures in pharmacy and perfume accords. Falls under 1211.90.60.00 as powdered tonka specifically for these purposes, pre-extraction.
Fermented Tonka Beans
Naturally fermented dried tonka beans enhancing coumarin development for premium perfumery applications. Still classified under HTS 1211.90.60.00 as processed (dried) tonka beans for perfumery.