Cinnamaldehyde (Cinnamon Flavor) from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include GC-MS analysis confirming >95% cinnamaldehyde content as single compound
• Use industrial drums to avoid retail mixture classification under Chapter 33
• Verify REACH/TSCA registration for U.S. import; common issue is insufficient impurity profiles