Benzyl Acetate from Japan
Benzyl acetate is an aromatic ester of acetic acid and benzyl alcohol, featuring a jasmine-like scent used extensively in soaps, detergents, and floral perfumes. Under HTS 2915.39.31.00 as an 'other' aromatic acetic acid ester described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI. It is a pure, chemically defined compound per Chapter 29 definitions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Certify benzene-free production to meet purity standards; use child-resistant packaging if for consumer goods; document as single compound to avoid 3824 chemical prep classification