Benzoin Resinoid from China
Benzoin resinoid, derived from Styrax benzoin tree exudate via alcohol or solvent extraction, offers a warm, vanilla-like scent and is classified as a resinoid under HTS 3301.30.00.00. It serves as a fixative in perfume compositions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Submit lab reports confirming resinoid processing to differentiate from unprocessed oleoresins
• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics industrial chemicals; use perfumery-specific labeling
• Monitor for aqueous content, as chapter notes exclude aqueous solutions from this heading