Isoeugenol Odoriferous Ether from Germany
Isoeugenol is the trans-isomer aromatic ether used in carnation, lilac, and spice fragrance formulations. HTS 2909.30.2000 covers this as other flavoring/odoriferous aromatic ether. Its unsaturated propenyl group enhances fixation in perfumes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document IFRA maximum usage levels (0.2% in fine fragrance) for cosmetic import
• Specify cis/trans isomer ratio to confirm chemical identity
• Avoid Chapter 33 if purity >95% as isolated compound