Benzyl Acetate from China
Benzyl acetate is the ester of acetic acid and benzyl alcohol, classified under HTS 2915.39.20.00 as an aromatic odoriferous compound used in perfumery and flavorings. It imparts sweet, fruity, jasmine-like notes essential for fragrances and artificial fruit essences.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Provide detailed chemical composition and CAS number (140-11-4) on commercial invoice for proper verification as an odoriferous compound
• Ensure packaging complies with DOT/UN hazardous material regulations if shipped in bulk quantities
• Include end-use documentation specifying perfumery/flavoring application to avoid reclassification