Menthol Carboxylate Ester

Menthyl lactate (C13H24O3) combines menthol cooling with lactic acid ester for flavor in oral care and confectionery. Aromatic carboxylic ester with oxygen function qualifies for HTS 2918.99.3500 as flavor compound. Liquid form for gum and toothpaste formulations.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2918.15Lower: 13.7% vs 16.5%

If lactic acid ester without additional flavor function

Specific lactic esters have dedicated subheading.

3302.10.90.00Higher: 17.5% vs 16.5%

If in oral care flavor sets

Retail oral hygiene flavors exclude pure compounds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Cool chain maintenance below 25°C prevents ester hydrolysis

Optical rotation data confirms L-menthol source purity

Not for therapeutic claims—flavor use only declaration

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