Ethylvanillin Flakes from China
Ethylvanillin in flake form for industrial flavoring applications in confectionery and bakery products. Falls under HTS 2912.42.00.00 as the pure chemical compound 3-ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde without additives altering its chemical definition. Physical form (flakes vs powder) does not affect classification.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include batch analysis confirming ethylvanillin content >97% to prevent reclassification as mixture
• Declare as 'synthetic organic chemical compound' not food product to avoid FDA prior notice requirements
• Check for anti-dumping duties if sourced from specific countries; verify current Commerce Department listings