Phenethyl Phenylacetate from Germany
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 — 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
• 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