Benzyl Benzoate

Benzyl benzoate is the benzyl ester of benzoic acid, classified under 'other' benzoic acid esters in HTS 2916.31.50.00. Used in pharmaceuticals as scabicide treatment and in perfumery as solvent.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+25.0%31.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%6.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%6.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3003.90Lower: 10% vs 31.5%

If in finished pharmaceutical preparations

Medicaments containing benzyl benzoate classified by therapeutic use.

3307.30Lower: 14.9% vs 31.5%

If in cosmetic/perfume formulations

Personal care product preparations containing the ester move to Chapter 33.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 31.5%

If as industrial solvent mixture

Solvent blends containing benzyl benzoate classified as preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide USP/NF certificate of analysis for pharmaceutical grade imports

Declare intended use (pharma vs cosmetic) affecting FDA import requirements

Include flash point data (≥93°C) for proper hazardous goods declaration