Cosmetic Grade Benzyl Alcohol from Germany
Benzyl alcohol refined for cosmetic applications as a preservative in lotions and fragrances, with purity suitable for skin contact. Falls under HTS 2906.21.00.00 as pure aromatic benzyl alcohol, a separate chemically defined organic compound. Not put up in retail forms that would exclude it from Chapter 29.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Comply with FDA 21 CFR 172.515 indirect food additive listing if used in cosmetics contacting food
• Label with INCI name 'Benzyl Alcohol' and concentration; provide TSCA certification for US entry
• Avoid pitfall of retail packaging > specific thresholds, which shifts to Chapter 33 headings