Safrole Flavoring Intermediate from Mexico
Safrole serves as sassafras and root beer flavor precursor, classified as ether-phenol under HTS 2909.50.40. Chemically defined odoriferous compound for flavor synthesis meeting Chapter 29 criteria. Strictly regulated synthetic import.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• DEA import/export permits mandatory due to controlled substance status
• End-use statement required specifying flavor intermediate vs other applications
• Purity certificates critical to distinguish from mixtures