Sotolon (Maple Flavor) from Mexico
Sotolon provides characteristic maple syrup/caramel flavors from 3-hydroxy-4,5-dimethylfuran-2(5H)-one structure. HTS 2916.39.21.00 covers this extremely potent odoriferous furanone at parts-per-billion levels. Defines maple flavor profile.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Structure confirmation avoiding heterocyclic reclassification
• Special handling for light-sensitive compound
• Extremely low usage requires detailed formulation records