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U.S. imports of unsaturated acyclic terpene alcohols (HS 290522) totaled $2.9M in June 2026, traded with 13 countries.
Importers of Unsaturated Acyclic Terpene Alcohols paid $320K in duties in June 2026 — an effective duty rate of 15% on $2.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Geraniol, citronellol, isophytol, and related unsaturated acyclic terpene alcohols are essential building blocks for the fragrance, flavor, and fine-chemical industries, widely used in perfumery and as intermediates for vitamins and pharmaceuticals. The US schedule now enumerates geraniol (2905221000), isophytol (2905222000), and citronellol (2905225010) as distinct 10-digit lines, reflecting their commercial importance and the need for precise classification. Germany and India are the leading US suppliers, with Malaysia also a notable source — the latter reflecting natural terpene extraction from palm and citronella feedstocks. Purity specifications and natural-versus-synthetic origin can affect both pricing and end-use suitability, making certificate-of-analysis documentation a standard import practice.
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No — HTS classification under 290522 is based on chemical identity and structure, not on whether the compound was derived from natural sources or produced synthetically. Both natural-extract and synthetic geraniol, for example, classify to the same 10-digit line. However, natural origin may be relevant for fragrance industry certifications or customer specifications, so origin documentation should accompany the shipment.
Standard entry documentation applies: commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading. Because these are pure chemical compounds, a certificate of analysis confirming identity and purity is strongly recommended to support classification and to satisfy buyer quality requirements. No special import permit is required for these substances under normal commercial conditions.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2905225050 | OTHER UNSATURATED ACYCLIC TERPENE ALCOHOLS | $1.6M | 11.68% | 75.97% | $191K |
| 2905225010 | CITRONELLOL | $858K | 10.27% | 65.06% | $88K |
| 2905221000 | GERANIOL | $362K | 10.53% | 84.34% | $38K |
| 2905222000 | ISOPHYTOL | $21K | 13.70% | 100.00% | $3K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2905220000 | UNSATURATED ACYCLIC MONOHYDRIC TERPENE ALCOHOLS | $5.2M |
NUCLEIC ACIDS & SALTS; OTHER HETEROCYCLIC CMP, NES
HS 293499
POLYPEPTIDE PROTEIN& GLYCOPROTEIN HORMONES &DERIV
HS 293719
CMPDS CONT AN UNFUSED PYRIDINE RING ETC NESOI
HS 293339
BENZENE
HS 290220
HETEROCYCLIC COMP W NITROGEN HETERO-ATM ONLY NESOI
HS 293399
HETEROCYCLIC COMP WITH UNFUSED PYRAZOLE RING NESOI
HS 293319
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | $2.8M | $607K | -$2.2M |
| South Carolina | $3K | $2.5M | +$2.5M |
| Georgia | -- | $1.6M | +$1.6M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAVANNAH, GA | -- | $3.1M | +$3.1M |
| NEWARK, NJ | $2.0M | $13K | -$2.0M |
| CHARLESTON, SC | $3K | $1.3M | +$1.3M |