2909.50.40/Vanillin Ether Derivative (Ethylvanillin)/Japan

Vanillin Ether Derivative (Ethylvanillin) from Japan

Ethylvanillin is a potent ether-phenol flavor compound providing 3-4 times the vanilla taste intensity of vanillin. Falls under HTS 2909.50.40 as a chemically defined odoriferous ether-phenol for food and beverage applications. Widely used in chocolate, bakery, and ice cream production.

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%

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Import Tips

• FEMA GRAS #2464 documentation required for U.S. food import clearance

• Specify 'flavoring compound' vs 'intermediate' on commercial invoice