Cinnamyl Benzoate Flavor Compound from Japan
Cinnamyl benzoate combines cinnamon-honey flavors for bakery and beverage applications. As benzoic acid ester with odoriferous properties, it falls under HTS 2916.31.20.00 aromatic monocarboxylic derivatives.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include flavor profile sensory evaluation reports
• Distinguish from cinnamic acid esters (different parent acid, 2916.39)
• Monitor for natural/synthetic declaration affecting FDA flavor regulations