Isobutyl Phenylacetate from China
Isobutyl phenylacetate, an ester of phenylacetic acid with isobutanol, provides fruity-green notes in fragrance compositions. HTS 2916.39.77.00 covers this as a specific ester of the aromatic acid phenylacetic acid per Chapter 29 definitions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
• Ensure molecular formula (C12H16O2) matches import declaration to avoid disputes over ester identity
• Provide end-use statement distinguishing chemical intermediate from finished consumer product
• Check for anti-dusting agents; additions must comply with Chapter Note (g) identification/safety limits