Ethyl 4-Phenylbutyrate from Germany
Ethyl ester of 4-phenylbutyric acid, specifically classified with the parent aromatic butanoic acid under HTS 2915.60.10.00 per Chapter 29 note (B) for ethyl esters. Common in flavor and fragrance industry as apple-like aroma compound.
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%
Import Tips
• Confirm ethyl ester status for note (B) application; provide FEMA GRAS status for food use declarations; ensure purity >98% to avoid mixture classification