Methyl Eugenol Flavoring Grade from Japan
Methyl eugenol provides spicy floral notes in fruit flavors and oriental spice blends. Classified HTS 2909.50.40 as odoriferous ether-phenol compound meeting Chapter 29 chemical purity standards. Synthetic aroma chemical for food use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Restricted use documentation (FEMA limits) required for food approval
• Purity >98% specification prevents Chapter 38 mixture classification
• Declare specific end-use (flavor vs fragrance) for correct duty assessment