Eugenol Natural Extract Equivalent from Japan
Eugenol is a key ether-phenol compound used as a flavoring agent in clove, nutmeg, and dental products. Classified under HTS 2909.50.40 as a chemically defined odoriferous compound from the ether-phenols subheading. Synthetic versions match natural clove oil profiles for consistent flavoring.
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
• Include FEMA GRAS status documentation (FEMA 2467) for flavoring approval
• Verify chemical structure confirmation as 4-allyl-2-methoxyphenol derivative
• Avoid misclassification by separating from essential oil mixtures which go to Chapter 33