Lilial (Butylphenyl Methylpropional) from Japan
Lilial is a synthetic aromatic aldehyde used in floral perfumes for its muguet (lily of the valley) scent. HTS 2912.49.26.00 classification reflects its aromatic aldehyde with additional oxygen function. Restricted EU use increases U.S. import documentation requirements.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.629.5%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• IFRA restriction documentation mandatory due to EU bans; verify U.S
• TSCA inventory status
• Purity certificate (>98%) essential to avoid 3302 fragrance mixture classification
• Monitor FDA fragrance allergen labeling requirements for downstream food/pharma applications