Amyl Acetate (Pentyl Acetate) from Canada
Amyl acetate, mixed pentyl esters of acetic acid, imparts banana-like odor for flavorings and solvents. Falls under HTS 2915.39.90.00 as 'other' esters, covering commercial iso/normal blends as chemically defined per chapter note (a). Distilled grades ensure purity.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6096.3%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Specify isomer composition (2-methylbutyl vs n-pentyl); fragrance-grade requires GC-MS cert; avoid food/chemical dual declarations