Isoeugenol Vanillin Intermediate from Germany
Isoeugenol specifically for industrial conversion to synthetic vanillin via oxidation. HTS 2909.50.4010 for this ether-phenol despite intermediate role, as flavoring compounds include precursors. Chapter notes prioritize numerical order.
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
• Chemical synthesis flow chart documentation; confirm no flavoring added per note (g)
• Pitfall: vanillin mixtures post-processing go to 2912