Farnesol from Germany
Farnesol is a 15-carbon sesquiterpene alcohol (E,E)-3,7,11-trimethyl-2,6,10-dodecatrien-1-ol, unsaturated acyclic with three double bonds. Technically a terpene alcohol, classified HTS 2905.22.50 as 'other' despite longer chain. Key in antimicrobial cosmetics and jasmine scents.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Mixed isomer declaration (all-E vs
• Z); EU cosmetic regulation Annex III limits; very low vapor pressure requires sealed containers