Safrole from China
Safrole is a naturally occurring heterocyclic compound with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only, chemically defined as 5-(2-propenyl)-1,3-benzodioxole. It falls under HTS 2932.94.00.00 as a specific compound in the subcategory of other heterocyclic oxygen compounds. Primarily extracted from sassafras oil, it's used in chemical synthesis and fragrance production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming purity and isomer composition to meet Chapter 29 chemically defined compound requirements
• Include safety data sheets (SDS) and ensure compliance with DEA regulations due to safrole's status as a List I chemical
• Verify proper UN packaging for transport as it may be classified as a hazardous material