Ethylcoumarin (CAS 123-66-0) from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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