Isopentyl Benzoate Fragrance Compound from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Provide GC-MS analysis confirming >95% purity as single odoriferous compound

Avoid 'perfume oil' labeling - specify technical grade to maintain Chapter 29 status

Document stabilizer use per Chapter 29 note (f) if present for transport stability