Thujone Alpha from Mexico
Alpha-thujone, a monoterpene ketone from absinthe wormwood, falls under HTS 2914.29.50.00 as a bicyclic cyclenic ketone lacking other oxygen functions. Regulated for use in alcoholic beverages and herbal extracts.
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
• Comply with TTB limits (10ppm in beverages) with quantitative HPLC certificate for alcohol import permits
• Declare total thujone (alpha+beta) content; >35ppm triggers FDA food additive petition requirements
• EU-sourced material requires Annex II listing verification for US cosmetic import alignment