Phenylacetaldehyde Technical Grade

Technical grade phenylacetaldehyde is a separate chemically defined organic compound used in industrial perfume manufacturing, fitting HTS 2912.29.10.00 for cyclic aldehydes. It contains minor impurities but remains classifiable under Chapter 29 note (a).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3301.29.20Lower: 18.6% vs 40.5%

If diluted and packaged as flavoring essence for food use

2912.19.10Same rate: 40.5%

If acyclic aldehyde structure confirmed via lab analysis

Chapter hierarchy classifies acyclic aldehydes in 2912.19 before cyclic in 2912.29.

3824Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

If for bulk mixtures of aldehyde isomers

Mixtures of isomers fall under Chapter 38 per Chapter 29 note (b), not pure compounds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include stability data showing no added stabilizers beyond Chapter 29 note (f) allowances to maintain pure compound status

Use UN-approved drums for transport; declare flash point (52°C) for proper hazmat shipping documentation

Verify importer's chemical registration under TSCA; common pitfall is failing to provide SDS in English