Estragole (Methyl Chavicol) Flavor Ether from China
Estragole, also known as methyl chavicol, is an aromatic phenylpropanoid ether used in tarragon, basil, and anise flavor formulations. Falls under HTS 2909.30.2000 as other aromatic ether flavoring compounds. Its propenyl side chain distinguishes it chemically from simpler aromatic ethers.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Include FEMA GRAS number (2487) and JECFA specifications in import documentation
• Test for purity >98% to maintain pure compound status vs mixtures