Citral 95% Technical Grade from Mexico
Technical grade citral at 95% purity serves as a fragrance intermediate in detergent and cleaner formulations, providing citrus scent profiles. Falls under HTS 2912.19.10.00 due to its acyclic aldehyde structure and odoriferous properties as a flavor/fragrance compound. Complies with Chapter 29 for chemically defined compounds.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
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
• Include stabilization agent details (if any) to confirm compliance with Chapter 29 note (f); excess additives trigger mixture classification
• Segregate from oxidizers in transport; citral's reactivity requires UN proper shipping name 'Aldehydes, n.o.s.',CBP may request end-use verification; specify 'odoriferous compound' to avoid industrial chemical duties