Cuminaldehyde from Germany
Cuminaldehyde (4-isopropylbenzaldehyde) is an aromatic cyclic aldehyde from cumin seed oil with benzene ring and aldehyde group, no other oxygens. HTS 2912.29.60.90 covers this as other cyclic aldehyde. Used in curry flavorings and perfumery.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify aromatic structure via FTIR for customs
• Include FEMA GRAS status for food use declarations
• Prevent emetic additions that could exclude under safety note (g)