2-Phenylethanol from Germany
2-Phenylethanol is a phenol-alcohol featuring a phenyl ring attached to an ethanol chain, fitting HTS 2907.29.0500 as a phenol-alcohol derivative. Widely used as a fragrance in perfumes and rose oil substitute.
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
• Provide analytical certificates confirming chemical purity for Chapter 29 eligibility
• Avoid retail packaging over 300cm³ to prevent reclassification as mixtures
• Note REACH compliance for EU exports; similar declarations needed for US import