Ethyl Valerate from Mexico
Ethyl valerate is the ethyl ester of pentanoic acid, a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid derivative under HTS 2915.60.50.00 'other'. Used primarily in food flavorings to impart apple-like aromas.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• FDA prior notice required for food flavor use; include FEMA GRAS status documentation
• Esters classified with parent acid per Chapter Note esters rule (B); ensure no functional group changes