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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• FEMA GRAS #2464 documentation required for U.S. food import clearance
• Specify 'flavoring compound' vs 'intermediate' on commercial invoice