Methyl Alpha-Ionone from Canada
Methyl alpha-ionone is a key synthetic violet accord used in luxury perfumes like Chanel No. 5. HTS 2914.23.00.00 covers it as a methylionone, being a chemically defined cyclanic ketone without additional oxygen functions.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Include IFRA amendment certificates for restricted fragrance allergens
• Declare refractive index (1.521-1.526) matching pharmacopeia standards
• Use nitrogen-blanketed containers to prevent oxidation during import