Citronellal from Germany
Citronellal is an optically active cyclic aldehyde from citronella oil, containing a cyclohexane ring with an aldehyde and isopropenyl group. Classified in HTS 2912.29.60 as a cyclic aldehyde lacking other oxygen functions, it's a key intermediate for citronellol production. Meets Chapter 29 criteria for chemically defined organic compounds.
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
• Provide optical rotation specification (e.g
• [α]D -10°) for grade verification; use UN 2319 proper shipping name for DOT compliance; avoid water-dissolved forms exceeding Chapter 29 note (d) limits to prevent reclassification