Benzyl Phenylacetate from Germany
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.
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
• 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