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Food Grade Menthol Crystals from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

FDA prior notice required for food contact substances

Provide FEMA GRAS number and usage levels documentation

Kosher/Halal certification increasingly required for food applications