Citral (Lemon Flavor Compound) from China
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.
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
• Document isomer ratio analysis per chapter note (b) for mixture classification validity
• Ensure chemical precursor documentation traces aromatic monocarboxylic origin
• FDA GRAS affirmation required; pitfall is classification disputes with terpene headings