Phenethyl Alcohol (2-Phenylethanol) from China
Phenethyl alcohol, also known as 2-phenylethanol, is a chemically defined aromatic cyclic alcohol used primarily as an odoriferous compound in perfumery and flavorings. It imparts a rose-like floral scent and is classified under HTS 2906.29.10.00 as an odoriferous or flavoring compound specifically identified as phenethyl alcohol.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.5%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Provide certificate of analysis confirming purity and identity as chemically defined phenethyl alcohol to avoid reclassification
• Ensure labeling complies with TSCA and FDA regulations for fragrance/flavoring uses; include CAS number 60-12-8