Phenethyl Acetate from China
Phenethyl acetate, an ester of acetic acid and phenethyl alcohol, falls under HTS 2915.39.35.00 due to its aromatic structure. This compound provides rose-like fragrance notes and is widely used in cosmetics and essential oil formulations.
Duty Rate — China → 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
• Include GC-MS analysis reports verifying minimum 98% purity for proper ester classification
• Label containers with GHS pictograms and proper UN numbers for dangerous goods shipping
• Check FDA GRAS status documentation if intended for food flavoring applications