Citronellyl Formate (Primary Product Reference) from Japan
While classified separately, citronellyl formate demonstrates citronellol's acid-function ester applications in fragrances. Parent citronellol remains HTS 2905.22.5010 per chapter ester classification notes prioritizing latest numerical heading. Used in apple/lily-of-the-valley scents.
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
• Reference parent alcohol classification when importing homologous ester series
• Verify ester formation doesn't trigger reclassification under 2915-2918 oxygen functions