Coumarin (CAS 91-64-5) from Canada
Coumarin is a fragrant organic chemical compound classified under HTS 2932.20.0500 as a lactone with a heterocyclic oxygen hetero-atom structure, specifically the parent compound of the coumarin family. It is primarily used as a fixative and fragrance ingredient in perfumes, cosmetics, and soaps due to its sweet, hay-like odor.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Provide chemical purity certificates (typically 98%+ purity) and CAS number documentation to verify classification under 2932.20.0500
• Ensure proper Hazard Communication labeling as it may be regulated under TSCA; include Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Avoid misclassification as a finished fragrance mixture, which would fall under Chapter 33