Violet Leaf Absolute from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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