Cashmeran (1,2,3,5,6,7-Hexahydro-1,1,2,6,6-pentamethyl-4(5H)-indenone)
Cashmeran provides a powerful musky-woody amber scent used in luxury perfumes and fabric softeners. This artificial musk falls under HTS 2909.30.1000 as an odoriferous aromatic ether derivative per Chapter 29 definitions. It is imported as a high-purity intermediate for fragrance houses.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified primarily by cyclic ketone structure
Ketone heading 2914 occurs after ether heading 2909 in chapter numerical order.
If as proprietary fragrance house mixtures
Complex prepared mixtures classified under chemical preparations heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Melting point (91-96°C) verification confirms identity against substitution fraud
• IFRA restrictions apply; maintain usage limit documentation for downstream compliance
• Avoid water dilution beyond note (d) standards to maintain Chapter 29 classification
Related Products under HTS 2909.30.10.00
Musk Ambrette (6-tert-Butyl-3-methyl-2,4-dinitroanisole)
Musk ambrette is a synthetic nitroanisole compound used as a fixative in perfumes and fragrances, providing a long-lasting musky scent. It falls under HTS 2909.30.1000 as an artificial musk, specifically named in the tariff description for aromatic ether derivatives with odoriferous properties. This chemically defined compound is imported for use in fine fragrance formulations.
Galaxolide (Polycyclic Musk)
Galaxolide is a widely used polycyclic synthetic musk providing woody-floral notes in laundry detergents, soaps, and perfumes. Classified under HTS 2909.30.1000 as an artificial musk, it qualifies as an aromatic ether derivative with odoriferous properties per Chapter 29 scope. This high-volume fragrance ingredient is imported in bulk for industrial compounding.
Tonalide (7-Acetyl-1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-octahydro-1,1,6,7-tetramethylnaphthalene)
Tonalide is a polycyclic musk ketone delivering musky-woody scent profiles in personal care products and air fresheners. It imports under HTS 2909.30.1000 as an artificial musk within aromatic ethers, meeting Chapter 29 requirements for chemically defined odoriferous compounds. Bulk shipments support fragrance industry compounding.
Celestolide Polycyclic Musk
Celestolide offers floral-musky notes suitable for shampoos, body washes, and fine fragrances. Imported under HTS 2909.30.1000 as an artificial musk, it qualifies as a chemically defined aromatic ether per Chapter 29 note (a). This compound sees heavy use in personal care formulations.
Exaltolide (Cyclopentadecanolide)
Exaltolide is a macrocyclic lactone musk providing creamy, natural musky effects in perfumes. Though technically a lactone, artificial musk formulations import under HTS 2909.30.1000 provision when used as odoriferous compounds. It serves as a sustainable alternative to nitro musks.
Musk Ketone (3,5-Dinitro-2,6-dimethyl-4-tert-butylacetophenone)
Musk ketone provides powerful, persistent musky scent but faces regulatory scrutiny for persistence. HTS 2909.30.1000 covers this artificial musk as an aromatic compound with odoriferous properties despite nitro functionality. Legacy use persists in select oriental fragrances.