Cinnamyl Phenylacetate from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
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
• Submit Proposition 65 warnings if California distribution planned due to potential trace benzene contamination
• Provide NMR spectra confirming structure to resolve potential classification disputes with customs chemists
• Use nitrogen blanketing during storage declaration to indicate proper stabilization per Chapter 29 note (f)