Citronellal Flavor Compound from China

Citronellal is a cyclic aldehyde derived from citronella oil, used primarily as a flavoring agent in lemon and citrus-flavored foods and beverages. It falls under HTS 2912.29.60.10 as a cyclic aldehyde without other oxygen functions, specifically classified as an odoriferous or flavoring compound per chapter notes. This chemically defined organic compound imparts a fresh, lemony aroma and taste.

Duty Rate — China → United States

40.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Provide certificates of analysis confirming purity and chemical identity as a cyclic aldehyde to avoid reclassification

Label containers with hazard warnings if applicable, as aldehydes may be irritants; comply with TSCA for chemical imports

Verify flavor-grade specifications to distinguish from industrial perfume uses that might shift classification