Linalyl Acetate from Germany
Linalyl acetate, an ester of acetic acid and linalool, is a key component in lavender essential oils and fragrances with a floral scent profile. It qualifies for HTS 2915.39.31.00 as an aromatic ester under additional U.S. note 3, being a chemically defined organic compound in the saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid derivatives. Used in cosmetics and aromatherapy products.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.629.5%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Provide FEMA GRAS status documentation for flavor/fragrance use; ensure stabilizer-free pure form to avoid Chapter 29 note exclusions; declare exact isomer ratio to prevent mixture classification