Isoeugenol (2-Methoxy-4-(1-propenyl)phenol) from Japan
Isoeugenol is an unsaturated guaiacol derivative allylbenzene used in perfumery and as vanillin precursor via oxidation. Its ether-phenol structure maintains HTS 2909.50.20.00 classification despite propenyl substitution. Essential import for fragrance synthesis.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15.5%
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
Import Tips
• Specify cis/trans isomer ratio; mixed isomers require separate declaration
• Provide oxidation pathway documentation linking to vanillin production
• IFRA compliance certificate required for fragrance chemical imports