Vanillic Acid from Germany
Vanillic acid (4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoic acid) qualifies as an aromatic monocarboxylic acid under additional U.S. note 3 to section VI and HTS 2916.39.46.00. Applied in flavorings, fragrances, and pharmaceutical intermediates.
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
• Flavor-grade requires GC-MS analysis confirming vanillin-related purity
• Specify FEMA GRAS status for food use applications
• CAS 121-34-6 declaration essential for proper chapter 29 classification