Oakmoss Absolute from Canada
Oakmoss absolute, solvent-extracted from oak lichen, provides an earthy, leathery base note in chypre perfumes. Under HTS 3301.90.50.00 as 'other' absolutes, it's regulated due to atranol allergens. Sold pure to fragrance houses for compounding.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Include IFRA certificate limiting atranol/schloratanol to comply with global allergen regs
• Specify lichen species (Evernia prunastri) in docs to match tariff description
• Monitor EU Annex II bans, as high levels may require low-atranol variants