Nootkatone from Japan
Nootkatone is a sesquiterpenoid ketone with ether functionality derived from grapefruit, featuring a cycloterpenic structure. Although primarily classified by ketone function, ether-containing derivatives fall under HTS 2909.20.00.00 when ether characteristic predominates. Used in grapefruit flavor replication.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
3.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
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• FEMA 3815 GRAS affirmation letter required. 2
• Specify biotech or natural extraction method on invoice. 3
• Allergen declaration for citrus sensitivity