Isoeugenol from China
Isoeugenol, an isomer of eugenol, features a propenyl side chain on the ether-phenol core, used for its rose-like, spicy odor in carnation perfumes. Falls under HTS 2909.50.4050 as other odoriferous ether-phenol per Chapter 29 scope for chemically defined compounds. Imported as fragrance intermediate.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.3%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Differentiate cis/trans isomers via NMR spectra in documentation to confirm chemically defined status under Chapter 29 note (b)
• Avoid anti-dusting agents that could trigger note (g) re-evaluation if they impart specific use beyond identification