Helional from Germany
Helional (3-(1,3-benzodioxol-5-yl)-2-methylpropanal) is a synthetic fragrance aldehyde with cyclic ether oxygen functions, used in floral perfumes. Falls under HTS 2912.49.90.00 as aldehyde-ether with other oxygen function. Qualifies as chemically defined compound per Chapter 29 scope.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include IFRA safety certificate and GC purity analysis (≥95%) for fragrance chemical verification
• Document CAS 1202-34-2 and REACH registration for EU-origin material compliance
• Avoid retail packaging to prevent Chapter 33 reclassification as consumer fragrance product