Methyl 2-Furoate from Japan

Methyl 2-furoate is the methyl ester of 2-furoic acid, aromatic furan compound used in flavors and fragrances. Ester classification follows parent acid per Chapter note 3(A). HTS 2932.19.10.00 applies.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Ester formation docs linking to 2-furoic acid classification required

• Low odor threshold needs special fragrance handling protocols

• Chapter note 3(B) ethyl esters same as acid, but methyl follows parent