Eugenol Methyl Ether (Methyl Eugenol) from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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