Menthone Isomenthone Mixture

Commercial menthone (mixture of menthone/isomenthone 7:3 ratio) from peppermint distillation classifies under HTS 2914.29.50.00. Cooling agent in oral care and confectionery.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China4.8%+35.0%39.8%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico4.8%+10.0%14.8%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada4.8%+10.0%14.8%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany4.8%+10.0%14.8%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan4.8%+10.0%14.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3301Lower: 10% vs 39.8%

If in peppermint oil matrix

Mixture inseparable from oil matrix during commercial distillation.

2914.22Lower: 15.5% vs 39.8%

If classified as cyclohexanone derivative

Non-terpenic ring system uses earlier cyclohexanone provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ ,GRAS affirmation letter referencing 21 CFR 172.515 for mint oil derived ketones

β€’ Avoid dextro- rotation material; natural is levo- (-45Β° to -52Β°)