Food Grade Thymol Powder FCC from Germany
Thymol powder compliant with Food Chemicals Codex (FCC) standards for use as a natural preservative and flavoring in chewing gum and baked goods. Falls under HTS 2907.19.40.00 as the pure monophenol compound, distinct from finished food products.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include FCC certificate and GRAS affirmation letter; FDA prior notice required for food additive imports via ACE system
• Label with 'Not for direct consumption' to prevent misclassification as food preparation under Chapter 21
• Verify supplier's FEMA GRAS status (FEMA# 3335); impurities >1% may shift to 3824.90 mixtures