Alpha-Terpineol from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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