Eugenol Methyl Ether (Methyl Eugenol) from Germany
Methyl eugenol is an aromatic ether found in essential oils, used in perfumery and as an insect attractant. It meets HTS 2909.30.40.00 criteria as a chemically defined aromatic ether from U.S. note 3.
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
• Include GC analysis showing >95% purity for chapter 29 eligibility
• Declare IFRA compliance if for fragrance use to expedite clearance
• Avoid retail packaging that triggers Chapter 33 reclassification