Methyl Benzoate Natural Flavor from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide chemical analysis certificates confirming aromatic monocarboxylic acid structure and odoriferous properties to justify Chapter 29 classification
• Include safety data sheets (SDS) detailing flavor/odor use; avoid retail packaging which could shift to Chapter 33
• Verify purity levels as impurities may affect classification if exceeding typical commercial standards for odoriferous compounds