Methyl Anthranilate from Japan
Methyl anthranilate is the methyl ester of anthranilic acid (o-aminobenzoic acid), technically an aromatic carboxylic acid ester but classified under acetic acid esters in HTS 2915.39.35.00 practice. Famous for grape flavoring.
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
• Submit structural analysis confirming N-acetyl anthranilic acid methyl ester identity
• Include UV absorbance spectra verification for purity assessment
• Ensure bird-repellent labeling if marketed for agricultural applications