Cinnamaldehyde from Mexico
Cinnamaldehyde, the principal component of cinnamon oil, is an α,β-unsaturated acyclic aldehyde used as a flavoring in chewing gum, candies, and beverages. Falls under HTS 2912.19.20.00 as an 'other' odoriferous or flavoring compound among acyclic aldehydes lacking other oxygen functions. Imported pure for food and oral care formulations.
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
• Include allergen declarations (cinnamon sensitivity) on labeling for food safety compliance
• Avoid glass packaging over 1L; use HDPE/steel drums to prevent leakage common with this compound
• Validate 85%+ purity via GC-MS certificate to confirm flavoring grade status