Geranyl Acetate

Geranyl acetate, an acetic acid ester of geraniol, provides a sweet rose-like odor used in floral perfumes and fruit flavorings. It qualifies for HTS 2915.39.45 as an other odoriferous or flavoring compound from acetic acid esters. This compound is essential in fine fragrances and citrus flavor profiles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.8%+35.0%39.8%
🇲🇽Mexico4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇨🇦Canada4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇩🇪Germany4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇯🇵Japan4.8%+10.0%14.8%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3302.10.50.00Lower: 19.4% vs 39.8%

If put up for retail sale in small packings

Fragrance compounds prepared for retail consumer use shift to Chapter 33 headings.

2915.50Lower: 13.7% vs 39.8%

If dioctyl ester variant

Specific esters like dioctyl adipate have dedicated subheadings within 2915.

3208.90.00.00Lower: 38.2% vs 39.8%

If when used as a synthetic color dispersant

If the ester functions primarily in paint/varnish applications, it may classify under Chapter 32.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure invoices specify 'odoriferous use' and include GC-MS analysis to confirm chemical identity per Chapter 29 purity requirements

For air shipments, declare as dangerous goods if flash point is low; common issue is improper solvent declarations

Check for added emetics or colorants; if for safety/identification without specific use adaptation, still classifiable here