Benzyl Phenylacetate

Benzyl phenylacetate is an ester of phenylacetic acid and benzyl alcohol, featuring a sweet, rosy-honey aroma used in floral perfumes and fruit flavorings. Classified under HTS 2916.34.15.00 as it qualifies as an odoriferous compound from phenylacetic acid derivatives per Chapter 29 notes on ester classification.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇲🇽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.

2916.31.20.00Higher: 41.5% vs 16.5%

If classified by benzoic acid parent structure rather than phenylacetic

Similar esters might be interpreted under benzoic acid derivatives (earlier numerical order) if structural analysis prioritizes benzene-carboxylic linkage.

3302.10.10.00Higher: 17.5% vs 16.5%

If when supplied as synthetic musks or single-compound perfumes

Chapter 33 covers odoriferous mixtures even if single dominant compounds when packaged for retail perfume use.

2942.00Lower: 13.7% vs 16.5%

If imported as its sodium or potassium salts

Organic salts of phenylacetic acid derivatives classify under heading 2942 per Chapter 29 salt classification rules.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure IFRA compliance certification for fragrance materials to meet safety standards during customs review

Declare CAS number (102-20-5) and REACH status if from EU sources to facilitate TSCA pre-manufacture notification

Avoid bulk packaging over 25kg drums without proper UN-approved containers for hazardous liquid classification

Related Products under HTS 2916.34.15.00

Methyl Phenylacetate

Methyl phenylacetate is the methyl ester of phenylacetic acid, a clear colorless liquid with a strong honey-like odor used primarily in perfumery and flavorings. It falls under HTS 2916.34.15.00 as an odoriferous compound derived from phenylacetic acid, classified here due to its aromatic monocarboxylic acid ester nature and primary use as a fragrance ingredient.

Phenethyl Phenylacetate

Phenethyl phenylacetate, also known as phenylethyl phenylacetate, offers a honey-rose scent profile used in high-end perfumery for floral accords. It meets HTS 2916.34.15.00 criteria as a chemically defined aromatic ester of phenylacetic acid designed specifically for odoriferous applications.

Isoamyl Phenylacetate

Isoamyl phenylacetate provides a fruity-banana honey aroma, commonly used in flavorings for candies and beverages. This chemically defined ester derivative of phenylacetic acid is properly classified under HTS 2916.34.15.00 for its odoriferous and flavoring properties as per Chapter 29 scope.

Geranyl Phenylacetate

Geranyl phenylacetate combines phenylacetic acid with geraniol, yielding a sweet fruity-rose odor for perfumery fixative applications. Classified in HTS 2916.34.15.00 as it represents a pure, chemically defined odoriferous compound from the phenylacetic acid series.

Cinnamyl Phenylacetate

Cinnamyl phenylacetate delivers a powerful honey-balsamic cinnamon odor used in oriental perfume compositions. This aromatic monocarboxylic ester qualifies for HTS 2916.34.15.00 due to its derivation from phenylacetic acid and designation as an odoriferous compound.