Alpha-Terpineol from Japan

Alpha-terpineol is a monocyclic terpene alcohol with exocyclic double bond, but classified as acyclic derivative equivalent under terpene alcohol provisions. HTS 2905.22.5050 captures this 'other' unsaturated terpene alcohol used in lilac and pine scents. Meets Chapter 29 criteria despite partial cyclicity in nomenclature.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

14.8%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• Confirm terpene alcohol status via structural formula; avoid cyclic alcohol confusion

• Batch testing required for optical rotation specifications in perfume-grade imports

• Declare as 'not for food use' if industrial grade to prevent FDA scrutiny