Ethyl Vanillin from China
Ethyl vanillin is a synthetic ether-phenol analog of vanillin with ethoxy substitution, offering intensified vanilla odor and flavor. Classified under HTS 2909.50.4050 as other odoriferous ether-phenol compound consistent with Chapter 29 definitions. Preferred in confectionery for cost-effective vanilla profile.
Duty Rate — China → United States
137.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6095.2%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Confirm ethoxy ether-phenol structure via structural formula on SDS to support 2909 classification over aldehyde headings
• Document food-grade specifications (FCC/USP) to preempt medicinal reclassification under Chapter 30
• Ensure packaging meets Chapter 29 note (e) solvent criteria if dissolved for transport