Beta-Ionone from Germany
Beta-ionone is a methylionone derivative with raspberry-like scent, widely used in flavorings for foods and beverages. Classified under HTS 2914.23.00.00 as a cyclenic ketone meeting chapter requirements for chemically defined organic compounds without other oxygen functions.
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 FEMA GRAS number (2595) and FDA prior notice for food flavor use compliance
• Verify no stabilizers render it suitable for specific non-general use per Chapter 29 note (g)
• Use NIOSH-approved packaging for volatile aroma chemicals during ocean transport