Alpha-Terpineol

Alpha-terpineol is a monoterpene alcohol with the formula C10H18O, classified under HTS 2906.19.30.00 as a cycloterpenic alcohol known as terpineol. It occurs naturally in pine oil and essential oils, used primarily in perfumery and as a flavoring agent.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3301.29.20Lower: 18.6% vs 40.5%

If sold as component of pine needle essential oil

Complex essential oils containing terpineols are classified in Chapter 33 as flavor/fragrance oils, not pure compounds.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

If blended with solvents exceeding Chapter 29 tolerances

Mixtures with solvents not qualifying under Chapter 29 note (e) fall into prepared chemical mixtures of Chapter 38.

2906.19Same rate: 40.5%

If synthetic and not specifically named as terpineol

Other cycloterpenic alcohols excluding specifically enumerated terpineols fall under the residual 'other' subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify purity certificate (typically 85-98%) to confirm classification as chemically defined terpineol, not mixtures

• Provide safety data sheets (SDS) for chemical handling; terpineols are irritants requiring proper labeling

• Avoid misclassification as essential oils (3301) by ensuring it's isolated compound, not complex oil mixture