Hydroxyphenyl Ethanol Ether from Japan
Hydroxyphenyl ethanol ethers provide rose and green flavors in beverage compounds. Falls under HTS 2909.50.40 as ether-alcohol-phenol flavoring derivatives. Chemically defined per Chapter 29 for pure aroma chemical imports.
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
• Structure-specific naming and formula required on SDS/documentation
• Distinguish from simple phenyl ethanol (rose oxide) for correct subheading
• Stability data justifies any added antioxidants per Chapter 29 note (f)