Piperonal (Heliotropin) Synthetic from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
14.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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