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.

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.

2916.34Same rate: 16.5%

If not qualifying as primarily odoriferous but used industrially

Other phenylacetic acid derivatives without specific odor/flavor function fall under the residual 'other' subheading.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 16.5%

If when diluted in solvents exceeding Chapter 29 solution limits

Solutions where solvent renders product suitable for specific use (not just safety/transport) classify as preparations in Chapter 38.

2906.29Lower: 15.5% vs 16.5%

If analyzed primarily as temporary ester for pharmaceutical synthesis

Certain acyclic unsaturated acid esters without aromatic priority might shift to earlier Chapter 29 headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit FEMA GRAS status documentation if intended for food flavor use to support dual cosmetic/food classification

Include GC-MS purity analysis (>99%) to prevent disputes over Chapter 29 chemical definition requirements

Label containers with GHS hazard pictograms for skin sensitization (H317) per OSHA HazCom standards

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.

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.

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.