2915.39.45.50/Ethyl Butyrate (Pineapple Flavor Ester)/Germany

Ethyl Butyrate (Pineapple Flavor Ester) from Germany

Ethyl butyrate is an acetic acid-derived ester renowned for its pineapple-like flavor profile, used extensively in beverages, candies, and bakery products. Classified under HTS 2915.39.4550 as an odoriferous flavoring compound of acetic acid esters, it meets chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined organic compounds. Its volatile fruity aroma makes it indispensable in the flavor industry.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

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Import Tips

• Provide FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) certification and FEMA number (2425) documentation to substantiate flavoring compound classification

• Ensure kosher/halal certifications if targeting food markets; declare exact CAS number (105-54-4) on commercial invoice

• Avoid bulk packaging over 25kg drums which may trigger hazardous material surcharges despite low flammability