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%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
• 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