Cashmeran (1,2,3,5,6,7-Hexahydro-1,1,2,6,6-pentamethyl-4(5H)-indenone) from Germany
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.
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
• 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