Musk Ambrette (2,6-Dinitro-3-methoxy-4-tert-butyltoluene) from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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