Cuminaldehyde Spice Aldehyde from Japan
Cuminaldehyde from cumin oil provides spicy, cumin flavor in ethnic foods and fragrances. This cyclic aldehyde without other oxygen functions is classified under HTS 2912.29.60.10 as a flavoring compound per Chapter 29 notes. Used pure in industrial flavor formulations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15.5%
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
Import Tips
• Provide Kosher/Halal certifications if marketed for food use to aid compliance
• Declare volatility and storage requirements in import docs
• Avoid water-diluted forms unless meeting exact note 2(d) criteria