Perillaldehyde from Mexico
Perillaldehyde is a monoterpenoid cyclic aldehyde from perilla oil, featuring a menthane ring with methyl and aldehyde substituents. It qualifies for HTS 2912.29.60 as a cyclic aldehyde without additional oxygen functions, used in food flavoring. Pure compound status aligns with Chapter 29 note (a).
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include FEMA GRAS number 2843 in commercial invoice for FDA import clearance; test for peroxide formation during storage; declare concentration if diluted with stabilizer per note (f)