Vanillin from Japan
Vanillin (4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde) is a phenolic aldehyde used as synthetic vanilla flavoring, containing both aldehyde and phenolic oxygen functions. Classified under HTS 2912.49.90.00 as an aldehyde-phenol with other oxygen function. Meets Chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide FDA GRAS status documentation and Certificate of Analysis confirming ≥99% purity
• Ensure phenolic aldehyde structure verified via NMR/GC-MS to distinguish from vanillin mixtures
• Comply with FDA flavor labeling regulations (21 CFR 172.515) for food-grade imports