Synthetic Benzyl Acetate 99% from Japan
Laboratory-synthesized benzyl acetate at 99% purity, used as flavoring in chewing gum and strawberry aromas. HTS 2915.39.1000 specifically covers this aromatic ester as an odoriferous compound regardless of synthetic origin. Chemically defined per chapter 29 note (a) for pure organic compounds.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide GC-MS analysis confirming 99% purity and isomer profile; ensure REACH compliance docs for EU-origin material; beware temperature control requirements (flash point 102°C)