Benzyl Benzoate USP Grade from Mexico
Benzyl benzoate, a benzoic acid ester, has a mild balsamic odor and is used in perfumery and as a pharmaceutical flavor masker. It falls under HTS 2916.31.20.00 due to its odoriferous nature as a benzoic acid derivative in the aromatic monocarboxylic acids heading.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
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
• Submit USP certificates and CoA verifying pharmaceutical purity while maintaining odoriferous classification
• Declare intended use as flavor/fragrance intermediate; pharmaceutical formulations may require different documentation
• Watch for anti-dusting agents - per Chapter 29 note (g), these are allowed if solely for safety/transport