Isoeugenol Vanillin Intermediate from Japan
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 — 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
• Chemical synthesis flow chart documentation; confirm no flavoring added per note (g)
• Pitfall: vanillin mixtures post-processing go to 2912