Benzyl Formate from Germany
Benzyl formate (C6H5CH2OCHO) is the formic acid ester of benzyl alcohol, featuring an aromatic benzyl group. Classified under HTS 2915.13.10.00 as an aromatic ester of formic acid per Chapter 29 definitions. Used in perfumery and as a flavoring agent.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Label with FEMA GRAS status and IFRA compliance for food/fragrance imports to meet FDA and TSCA requirements
• Include COA verifying >95% purity; lower purity risks reclassification as perfume compound (3302)
• Declare exact aromatic content as benzyl group qualifies under 'aromatic' per HTS specifications