Hydroxycitronellal from Japan
Hydroxycitronellal is a chemically defined organic compound with both aldehyde and alcohol functional groups, classified under HTS 2912.49.55.00 as an aldehyde-alcohol. It is primarily used as a fragrance intermediate in perfumery for its lily-of-the-valley scent profile.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide detailed chemical purity certificates and CAS number (107-75-5) documentation to verify classification under Chapter 29
• Comply with TSCA pre-notice requirements for new chemical substances and ensure proper SDS for hazardous material shipping
• Avoid misclassification as finished fragrance by importing in bulk without dilution beyond transport stabilizers