Violet Leaf Absolute from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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