Musk Ambrette (2,6-Dinitro-3-methoxy-4-tert-butyltoluene) from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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