Vanillin from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
14.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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