Food Grade Menthol Crystals
FCC grade menthol crystals approved for direct food contact and flavoring applications. Pure cyclic alcohol classified under 2906.11.00.00, not excluded food products.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | 2.1% | +37.5% | 39.6% |
| š²š½Mexico | 2.1% | +10.0% | 12.1% |
| šØš¦Canada | 2.1% | +10.0% | 12.1% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in flavoring extracts for food
Food flavor preparations containing menthol classified under Chapter 21.
If sugar confectionery with menthol
Finished mint candies fall under sugar confectionery in Chapter 17.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code ā and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ FDA prior notice required for food contact substances
ā¢ Provide FEMA GRAS number and usage levels documentation
ā¢ Kosher/Halal certification increasingly required for food applications
Related Products under HTS 2906.11.00.00
Natural L-Menthol Crystals
Pure L-menthol crystals derived from peppermint oil, classified under HTS 2906.11.00.00 as a cycloterpenic alcohol. This chemically defined cyclic alcohol provides cooling sensation and is used in pharmaceuticals, confectionery, and cosmetics. Meets chapter 29 requirements for separate organic compounds.
Synthetic DL-Menthol Flakes
Racemic DL-menthol produced via total synthesis, in flake form for industrial applications. Classified as menthol (2906.11.00.00) regardless of natural or synthetic origin. Used primarily in oral care products and tobacco flavoring.
Peppermint-Derived Menthol Powder
Menthol powder extracted and purified from peppermint (Mentha piperita) essential oil. Meets HTS 2906.11.00.00 as chemically defined cyclic terpene alcohol. Stabilized with anti-caking agent for bulk handling.
Pharmaceutical Grade USP Menthol
USP/NF grade L-menthol crystals meeting pharmacopeia standards for medicinal use. Classified under 2906.11.00.00 as pure cyclic alcohol, not immunological products excluded by chapter notes.
Menthol with Stabilizer for Transport
L-Menthol crystals with added stabilizer (per chapter note f) to prevent sublimation during shipping. Remains classified as menthol (2906.11.00.00) as stabilizer is solely for preservation.
Cooling Grade Menthol for Cosmetics
High-purity menthol specifically refined for cosmetic applications like aftershaves and lotions. Classified as pure menthol compound under HTS 2906.11.00.00.