Menthol with Stabilizer for Transport from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12.1%
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
Import Tips
• Document stabilizer composition and concentration to confirm compliance with chapter note (f)
• Validate that stabilizer addition doesn't render product suitable for specific use beyond general menthol applications
• Use nitrogen-purged packaging to minimize oxidation during ocean transit