Isoamyl Phenylacetate from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide FDA flavor affirmation documentation to avoid food additive petition requirements at entry
• Declare exact isomer composition as mixtures of isomers follow parent compound classification per Chapter notes
• Use child-resistant packaging if concentration exceeds 10% for consumer flavor applications