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Phenyl Ethyl Alcohol Fragrance Grade

Fragrance-grade phenethyl alcohol (PEA), a clear, colorless liquid with strong rose-honey odor used in cosmetics and soaps. Falls under HTS 2906.29.10.00 as the specifically named odoriferous aromatic cyclic alcohol.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³China5.5%+37.5%43%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3302.90.10Lower: 37.5% vs 43%

If when incorporated into finished perfume mixtures

Perfume compositions containing phenethyl alcohol as an ingredient are classified in Chapter 33.

2906.21.00.00Same rate: 43%

If it's benzyl alcohol instead of phenethyl

Benzyl alcohol, a structurally similar but distinct compound, has its own specific subheading.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Include IFRA compliance certificate as it's widely used in IFRA-regulated fragrance compounds

• Test for impurities; levels above 1% may require additional hazardous material declarations