Phenethyl Alcohol (2-Phenylethanol) from Mexico
Phenethyl alcohol is an aromatic alcohol (C6H5CH2CH2OH) used in perfumes, flavors, and as a preservative with rose-like odor. Classified under HTS 2906.29.60.00 as other aromatic cyclic alcohols. Meets Chapter 29 requirements for chemically defined organic compounds.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6094.5%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
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
• Provide GC-MS analysis confirming ≥98% purity to distinguish from perfume compounds in Chapter 33
• Declare intended use as 'flavor/fragrance intermediate' to avoid Chapter 33 classification
• Anti-dumping documentation required if sourced from China due to historical investigations