Salicylaldehyde from Germany
Salicylaldehyde (2-hydroxybenzaldehyde) is an ortho-phenolic aldehyde used in pharmaceutical synthesis and perfumery. It qualifies for HTS 2912.49.60.00 as an aldehyde-phenol with oxygen function, per Chapter 29 definitions.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide synthetic route documentation confirming Chapter 29 purity
• Declare as reproductive toxicant Category 2 per GHS classification
• Ensure no colorants added that violate Chapter 29 note (g)