Phenethyl Phenylacetate from Canada
Phenethyl phenylacetate (also called benzyl carbinyl phenylacetate) is a rose-honey scented ester used in high-end perfumes. It is classified under HTS 2916.39.77.00 for esters of phenylacetic acid as defined in the aromatic monocarboxylic acids subheading.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Include GC chromatograms showing single peak for the ester to confirm chemical purity under Chapter notes
• Declare accurately vs. phenylacetic acid (2916.34) to prevent parent compound confusion
• Monitor flash point documentation for hazardous material shipping requirements