2909.50.40.50/Anethole/Germany

Anethole from Germany

Anethole (trans-anethole) is a phenylpropanoid ether-phenol compound responsible for the licorice flavor in anise and fennel, chemically defined as C6H4(OCH3)(CH=CHCH3). It qualifies under HTS 2909.50.4050 as an other odoriferous ether-phenol derivative used in flavorings. Synthetic or natural forms are imported for food and fragrance industries.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

4.8%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• Provide GC-MS analysis confirming trans-anethole content >90% to establish as chemically defined compound per Chapter 29 scope

• Label as 'odoriferous/flavoring compound' on commercial invoice to support 2909 classification over potential food additive headings

• Check for stabilizer additions; ensure they qualify under Chapter 29 note (f) for preservation without changing general use classification