Cinnamaldehyde from China
Cinnamaldehyde (3-phenyl-2-propenal) is an α,β-unsaturated aromatic aldehyde used in cinnamon flavorings and antimicrobials. Classifies under HTS 2912.49.26.00 as aromatic aldehyde with oxygen function, despite unsaturation. Chapter 29 notes confirm inclusion of such derivatives.
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
• GRAS status documentation required for food use; provide FDA affirmation letters
• Specify trans-isomer content (>95%) as cis forms may have different classifications