Benzyl Acetate (Jasmine Flavor Ester) from China
Benzyl acetate serves as a key odoriferous ester of acetic acid, providing sweet jasmine and floral aromas for perfumes, cosmetics, and flavor applications. It qualifies under HTS 2915.39.4550 as a flavoring compound within the acetic acid esters category of Chapter 29. This colorless liquid is a staple in fragrance compounding worldwide.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Submit IFRA (International Fragrance Association) compliance documentation proving safe usage levels for cosmetic applications
• Declare refractive index (1.501-1.504) and specific gravity parameters to verify authenticity against counterfeits
• Use UN-approved 4G fiber drums for shipments exceeding 100L to meet DOT transport regulations for flammable liquids