Linalyl Acetate from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6094.5%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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