Vanillin from Mexico
Vanillin, a phenolic aldehyde-alcohol, serves as the primary flavor component in vanilla extract substitutes. Falls under HTS 2912.49.60.00 as an aldehyde-phenol, qualifying as a separate chemically defined organic compound with oxygen functions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide FEMA 3105 GRAS affirmation for food flavoring import
• Distinguish synthetic from natural extract (Chapter 33) via origin certificate
• Declare kosher/halal certification if required by end buyer