Benzaldehyde (Synthetic Almond Flavor) from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

41.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

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