Valeraldehyde from Japan
Valeraldehyde (C4H9CHO), or pentanal, is used in flavorings, perfumes, and as a chemical intermediate for pharmaceuticals. Falls under HTS 2912.19.5000 as other acyclic aldehydes without additional oxygen functions, meeting Chapter 29 criteria for separate organic compounds. Distinguished from shorter-chain aldehydes with specific provisions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
5.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide NMR spectra verifying aldehyde structure and purity for CBP verification
• Label as UN 2058, Packing Group II; ensure ventilation during transport
• Document commercial identity to prevent reclassification as flavoring preparation