Piperonal (Heliotropin) Synthetic from Japan
Piperonal provides vanilla-hawthorn flavors as an ether-phenol aldehyde derivative for confectionery. Classified HTS 2909.50.40 as odoriferous ether-phenol compound meeting Chapter 29 purity standards. Key aroma chemical for food manufacturers.
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
• CAS 120-57-0 and FEMA 2913 documentation essential for clearance
• Specify synthetic vs natural origin to determine correct statistical suffix
• Aldehyde stabilizers must qualify under Chapter 29 note (f) criteria