Salicylaldehyde from Germany
Salicylaldehyde is an aromatic aldehyde with ortho-hydroxy substitution used in perfume synthesis and tanning agents. It enters HTS 2942.00.35.00 as other modified aromatic compounds, following the rule for classification in the last applicable heading after simpler aldehydes. The phenolic functionality modifies standard benzaldehyde classification.
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
• Document hydroxy-aldehyde ortho positioning critical for modified aromatic status
• Prevent reclassification as Chapter 32 tanning extract if used in leather processing
• Include stabilizer declaration; anticaking agents allowed per Chapter 29 note (f)