Musk Ambrette (2,6-Dinitro-3-methoxy-4-tert-butyltoluene) from Canada
Musk ambrette provides a sweet-fruity musk note historically used in fragrances, though now restricted due to phototoxicity concerns. This dinitro derivative qualifies under HTS 2904.20.30.00 as an artificial musk with only nitro groups attached to the hydrocarbon structure.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• IFRA banned in finished products; import only for R&D with justification letter
• Provide full SDS and phototoxicity test data; TSCA reporting required