Citronellol for Insect Repellent Synthesis from Japan
High-purity citronellol designated for conversion to PMD (p-menthane-3,8-diol) mosquito repellent. HTS 2905.22.5010 applies as chemically defined acyclic terpene alcohol used as chemical intermediate. Supplied in drums for pharmaceutical/agricultural chemical production.
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
• Declare intended end-use in commercial invoice for potential duty preference
• Ensure GMP-grade documentation if feeding pharmaceutical repellent production
• Comply with EPA pre-manufacture notice if US destination for pesticide intermediates