Furaneol Crystals from Japan
Furaneol (4-hydroxy-2,5-dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone, C6H8O3) delivers strawberry-like flavor in juices and confectionery. As aromatic oxygen-function compound from furan carboxylic derivatives, it fits HTS 2918.99.3500 for flavorings. High-purity crystals for natural-identical flavoring.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Melting point certificate (105°C) authenticates purity grade
• Light-protected packaging declaration avoids degradation claims
• Distinguish from Maillard products—pure synthetic form only