Phenethyl Formate from Germany
Phenethyl formate (C6H5CH2CH2OCHO) features a benzene ring with ethyl formate chain, qualifying as aromatic formic acid ester under HTS 2915.13.10.00. Utilized in flavor chemistry and polymer plasticizers.
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
• FEMA 2881 listing requires flavor use declaration for FDA compliance
• Gas chromatography certificate essential to confirm >96% purity vs admixtures
• Avoid bulk packaging >100kg without stabilizer per Chapter 29 note (f)