Food Grade Vanillin Granules
Granulated vanillin approved for direct food contact, providing vanilla flavor in baking and confectionery. Meets HTS 2912.41.00.00 criteria as pure synthetic vanillin, an aldehyde-phenol compound without excluded food preparation characteristics.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pre-mixed with sugar/carriers >50%
Food preparations containing vanillin as flavor component fall under Chapter 21.
If in consumer-sized flavor extracts
Retail food flavorings shift to Chapter 33 mixtures.
If ethylvanillin structure
Closely related ethylvanillin has separate specific subheading within aldehyde-phenols.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain FDA prior notice and ensure GRAS status documentation for food additive clearance
• Avoid anti-caking agents exceeding stabilizer limits per Chapter 29 note (f) to maintain pure compound status
• Specify FEMA GRAS number 3107 on documentation for flavoring substance verification
Related Products under HTS 2912.41.00.00
Synthetic Vanillin Powder
Pure synthetic vanillin (4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde) in powdered form, a chemically defined organic compound used primarily as a flavoring agent. It falls under HTS 2912.41.00.00 as it matches the specific chemical structure defined for vanillin in the aldehyde-ethers and aldehyde-phenols subheading of Chapter 29.
USP Grade Vanillin Crystals
Pharmaceutical-grade vanillin crystals meeting USP standards for use in medicinal formulations and flavoring. Classified under 2912.41.00.00 as the pure, chemically defined 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde without added substances beyond stabilizers.
Vanillin with Stabilizer Flake
Vanillin flakes containing minimal stabilizer for transport stability, remaining a chemically defined compound. Qualifies for 2912.41.00.00 per Chapter 29 note (f) allowing stabilizers necessary for preservation.
Technical Grade Vanillin 99%
Industrial technical grade vanillin at 99% purity for fragrance and pharmaceutical synthesis. Classified as 2912.41.00.00 being the separate chemically defined aldehyde-phenol compound.
Vanillin Aqueous Solution 10%
10% vanillin dissolved in water for safe transport, qualifying under Chapter 29 note (d). Remains classified as 2912.41.00.00 as the chemically defined vanillin compound in aqueous form.
Vanillin Anti-Dusting Powder
Vanillin powder treated with minimal anti-dusting agent for safety handling per Chapter 29 note (g). Maintains 2912.41.00.00 classification as chemically defined compound with permitted identification additives.