Benzaldehyde (Synthetic Almond Flavor)

Benzaldehyde serves as the primary synthetic almond/cherry flavoring compound derived from benzoic acid derivatives. HTS 2916.39.21.00 covers this aromatic monocarboxylic aldehyde used in bakery, confectionery, and pharmaceuticals. It provides characteristic nutty/cherry aroma profiles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽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.

2912.29Lower: 15.5% vs 41.5%

If imported with added stabilizers exceeding chapter note g limits

Excessive additives render product a preparation classifiable in aldehyde heading 2912.

3204.19.40.00Lower: 16.5% vs 41.5%

If used primarily as synthetic coloring intermediate

Chapter exclusions send coloring-related aromatic compounds to Chapter 32.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide CAS registry and chemical structure diagrams verifying aromatic monocarboxylic derivation

Maintain 99%+ purity certification to avoid mixture classification under 3824

Comply with FDA limits on benzaldehyde usage; document safety data for customs clearance

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Vanillin (Synthetic Vanilla Flavor)

Vanillin is a synthetic aromatic monocarboxylic acid derivative used primarily as a flavoring agent to impart vanilla taste in foods and beverages. It falls under HTS 2916.39.21.00 as an odoriferous or flavoring compound derived from aromatic monocarboxylic acids. This chemically defined organic compound is widely used in baking, confectionery, and dairy products.

Ethyl Vanillin Flavor Compound

Ethyl vanillin is an aromatic monocarboxylic derivative providing intensified vanilla flavor, used in confectionery and beverages. Classified under HTS 2916.39.21.00 for its role as a synthetic odoriferous/flavoring compound from aromatic acids. It offers stronger flavor intensity than standard vanillin at lower concentrations.

Cinnamaldehyde (Cinnamon Flavor)

Cinnamaldehyde is the principal constituent imparting cinnamon flavor, derived from cinnamic acid (aromatic monocarboxylic). Classified in HTS 2916.39.21.00 as an odoriferous flavor compound for bakery, chewing gum, and toothpaste. Provides warm spicy aroma and taste characteristics.

Citral (Lemon Flavor Compound)

Citral comprises the key lemon flavor compounds (geranial and neral) derived from aromatic acid pathways, used in beverages and confectionery. HTS 2916.39.21.00 applies to this odoriferous mixture of isomers as defined in chapter notes. Provides fresh citrus lemon aroma.

Anethole (Anise Flavor)

Trans-anethole provides authentic anise/licorice flavor from aromatic monocarboxylic derivatives, used in spirits, candies, and oral care. HTS 2916.39.21.00 classification applies to this pure odoriferous compound. Characteristic sweet licorice taste and aroma.

Heliotropine (Piperonal) Flavor

Piperonal (heliotropin) delivers cherry/vanilla floral flavors from benzodioxole carboxylic derivatives. HTS 2916.39.21.00 covers this aromatic odoriferous compound for confectionery and perfumery. Provides sweet floral-almond profile.