Geranyl Benzoate Fixative

Geranyl benzoate serves as a perfume fixative with light floral odor, extending fragrance longevity. Classified HTS 2916.31.20.00 as odoriferous benzoic acid ester per Chapter 29 ester rules.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3302.10.10.00Lower: 17.5% vs 41.5%

If in consumer perfume products

Retail fragrances always Chapter 33 regardless of composition.

2915.50Lower: 13.7% vs 41.5%

If acyclic saturated ester

Lack of aromatic benzoic moiety changes to earlier heading.

3805.90.10.00Lower: 35% vs 41.5%

If turpentine oil derivative

Terpene gum products classified in Chapter 38.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide volatility data demonstrating fixative odoriferous function

Ensure terpene alcohol ester per note 5(A) classification with parent acid

Separate bulk from compounded perfumes to maintain Chapter 29 status

Related Products under HTS 2916.31.20.00

Methyl Benzoate Natural Flavor

Methyl benzoate is an ester of benzoic acid with a sweet, fruity aroma reminiscent of wintergreen and ylang-ylang flowers. Classified under HTS 2916.31.20.00 as an odoriferous compound derived from benzoic acid, it's widely used in perfumery and as a flavoring agent in confectionery and beverages.

Benzyl Benzoate USP Grade

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.

Ethyl Benzoate Food Grade Flavor

Ethyl benzoate offers a fruity, pineapple-like flavor used in beverages and candies. As a benzoic acid ethyl ester with distinct odoriferous properties, it qualifies under HTS 2916.31.20.00 per Chapter 29 notes on esters classified with parent acid-function compounds.

Isopentyl Benzoate Fragrance Compound

Isopentyl benzoate provides apple-like fruity notes in perfumes and flavors. This benzoic acid ester's odoriferous character places it under HTS 2916.31.20.00 as specified for flavoring compounds derived from aromatic monocarboxylic acids.

Propyl Benzoate Flavoring Agent

Propyl benzoate imparts rum and fruity flavors in alcoholic beverages and confectionery. Classified in HTS 2916.31.20.00 as an odoriferous benzoic acid derivative per Chapter 29 ester classification rules.

Benzyl Salicylate Odor Compound

Benzyl salicylate, technically a hydroxybenzoic acid ester, carries floral balsamic odor for perfumes. Despite hydroxy substitution, classified under HTS 2916.31.20.00 as benzoic acid derivative odoriferous compound.