Gamma-Undecalactone (Peach Flavor) from Germany
Gamma-undecalactone provides creamy peach/apricot flavors from lactone (cyclic ester) of undecanoic acid. HTS 2916.39.21.00 includes this odoriferous derivative for dairy and beverage applications. Characteristic fatty-fruity profile.
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
• Lactone ring structure analysis per exclusion note 6 confirmation
• Stability data showing no reversion to hydroxy-acid form
• Low usage levels require precise declaration to avoid overweight issues