Propyl Benzoate from Japan
Propyl benzoate is the propyl ester of benzoic acid classified under HTS 2916.31.50.00 'other' esters. Utilized in flavorings and as insect repellent intermediate.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
21%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.628.5%Patented pharmaceutical articles that are the product of Japan, of a European Union member country, of South Korea, of Switzerland, or of Liechtenstein as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (f) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Reference FEMA flavoring status if applicable for food contact
• Provide density specification (1.027-1.031 g/mL) for identity testing
• Include EPA status if destined for pesticide synthesis