Cinnamyl Benzoate Flavor Compound from Mexico
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 — 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
• 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