Synthetic Vanillin Powder from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming 99%+ purity as synthetic vanillin to avoid reclassification as mixtures
• Ensure labeling distinguishes synthetic from natural vanillin (Chapter 33 exclusions) to prevent customs disputes
• Declare exact CAS number 121-33-5 and chemical name on commercial invoice for proper verification