Mefurfural from Mexico
Mefurfural (5-methyl-2-furaldehyde) heterocyclic aldehyde from wood smoke, used in savory fragrances. Furan ring aldehyde qualifies HTS 2912.49.90.00 classification.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Furanaldehyde ring IR absorption (1670cm⁻¹)
• Smoke flavor TNO authentication if natural
• Maillard reaction byproduct profile matching