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
5.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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