2909.50.40.50/Chavicol/Japan

Chavicol from Japan

Chavicol (4-allylphenol) is a simple ether-phenol with allyl substitution, contributing herbal-spicy odor in basil and betel flavors. Imported under HTS 2909.50.4050 as other odoriferous ether-phenol compound. Used in natural fragrance compositions.

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%

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Import Tips

• Provide botanical extraction source if natural to validate ether-phenol identity under Chapter 29 note (a)

• Ensure no added emetic per note (g) that could imply specific safety use