Eugenol Methyl Ether (4-Allyl-1-methoxy-2-hydroxybenzene) from Mexico
A naturally derived aromatic ether used in perfumery and as a flavoring agent. Classified under HTS 2909.30.60.00 despite phenolic group due to principal ether characteristic. Synthetic version imported for essential oil replacements.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6094.5%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Differentiate from natural clove oil (3301.29) by providing synthetic origin certificate
• Test for peroxide formation if stored >6 months; declare stabilizers used
• Include FEMA GRAS status for food flavoring applications to expedite FDA review