Anethole Crystal Flavor Compound from Japan
Anethole is a synthetic ether-phenol derivative used primarily as a flavoring agent to impart anise and licorice flavors in foods and beverages. It falls under HTS 2909.50.40 as an odoriferous or flavoring compound within the ether-phenols category of Chapter 29. This chemically defined compound is imported in pure form for industrial food processing applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide certificates of analysis confirming purity and chemical identity as ether-phenol derivative to avoid reclassification
• Ensure labeling complies with FDA flavoring regulations; include CAS number (104-46-1) on documentation