Geraniol with Trace Antioxidant (Tocopherol 0.02%) from Japan
Geraniol preserved with 0.02% natural mixed tocopherols meeting Chapter 29 note (f) stabilizer criteria. Remains classified HTS 2905.22.10.00 as the added substance is solely for preservation without specific use modification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Quantify tocopherol <0.1% with HPLC; excess risks 3824 classification as antioxidant blend
• Natural tocopherol source certification (non-GMO) increasingly required by fragrance buyers
• Peroxide value <5 meq/kg specification critical; include stability test data in import docs