Citronellol from Germany
Citronellol, or 3,7-dimethyloct-6-en-1-ol, is an unsaturated monohydric acyclic terpene alcohol from citronella oil, key in rose and geranium scents. Falls under HTS 2905.22.50 as other terpene alcohol, distinguished by single double bond position. Mosquito repellent and fragrance fixative.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify rhodinol (citronellol) vs. rose oxide content; comply with IFRA standards for cosmetic use; use child-resistant packaging if >10% concentration