Hydroxycitronellal Fragrance Aldehyde from Germany
Hydroxycitronellal is a cyclic aldehyde used extensively in floral fragrances like lily-of-the-valley perfumes and flavorings. Classified under HTS 2912.29.60.10 as a cyclic aldehyde serving as an odoriferous or flavoring compound without other oxygen functions. Its chemical structure fits Chapter 29 definitions for separate organic compounds.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include IFRA compliance certificates for fragrance-grade purity to prevent misclassification as a preparation
• Declare exact CAS number (107-75-5) and concentration; avoid anti-dusting agents that could invoke note 2(g)
• Check REACH/TSCA pre-registration if from EU sources to ensure regulatory compliance