Oriental Spice Fragrance Essence from Japan
Alcohol-dissolved (18% by weight) mixture of cinnamon, clove oils, and amber synthetics for oriental perfume bases in cosmetics factories. Classified in 3302.90.20 for its role as an industrial raw material with high alcohol content derived from odoriferous substances. Used exclusively in manufacturing, not direct sale.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare exact odoriferous substance breakdown to match chapter definitions excluding non-qualifying extracts
• Avoid retail-like packaging; use plain bulk containers to prevent 3307 misclassification
• Monitor for REACH compliance if importing to EU transshipment points