Ethylcoumarin (CAS 123-66-0) from Germany
Ethylcoumarin is explicitly covered under HTS 2932.20.0500 as a lactone heterocyclic compound with ethyl substitution. It imparts strong vanilla-coumarin notes in flavorings for confectionery and alcoholic beverages.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include FEMA GRAS status documentation for food flavoring applications
• Specify liquid form density and refractive index for customs verification
• Avoid packaging that suggests retail food use to prevent Chapter 21 reclassification