Violet Leaf Absolute from Germany
Violet leaf absolute, extracted from Viola odorata leaves, imparts green-cucumber notes to colognes and fougeres. Under HTS 3301.90.50.00 as 'other' absolutes for perfumery. Highly concentrated, used dropwise in compounds.
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
• Optical rotation specs to confirm natural vs. synthetic reconstitution
• Small batch imports recommended due to oxidation sensitivity
• Label 'not for ingestion' per FDA flavor bans on violet leaf