Nitro Musk Powder (Musk Tibetone) from Japan
Musk tibetone is a crystalline nitro musk used in oriental fragrance compositions for animalic notes. Pure chemical form with added anticaking agent for handling classifies under HTS 2904.20.30.00 per Chapter 29 note (f) stabilizer provision.
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
• Declare stabilizer type/percentage; only preservation agents permitted
• Melting point (95-100°C) and HPLC purity certificate required
• Avoid colored additives that suggest specific use per Chapter 29 note (g)