Meta-Cresol (3-Methylphenol)
Meta-Cresol (3-Methylphenol) is a monophenol with a methyl group at the meta position, making it a chemically defined organic compound. It is explicitly a cresol, which is a type of monophenol. It serves as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is pure meta-cresol; mixed cresols may be classified differently
• Provide a detailed chemical analysis to support the classification
• Check if the product is subject to any import restrictions under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act
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2,6-Di-tert-Butylphenol
2,6-Di-tert-Butylphenol is a sterically hindered alkylphenol used as an antioxidant stabilizer. It is a chemically defined monophenol with two tert-butyl groups. It is essential in polymers, fuels, and lubricants.
2-Ethylphenol
2-Ethylphenol is an alkyl-substituted monophenol with an ethyl group at the ortho position relative to the hydroxyl group on the benzene ring. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound, fitting the scope of monophenols under Chapter 29. It is used in specialty chemical synthesis and as an intermediate in various industrial applications.
4-tert-Butylphenol
4-tert-Butylphenol is a monophenol with a tertiary butyl group at the para position, making it a chemically defined organic compound. It is widely used in the production of antioxidants, fragrances, and UV stabilizers. As a monophenol, it falls under the 'Other' tariff item for monophenols.
4-tert-Octylphenol
4-tert-Octylphenol is a branched alkylphenol with an 8-carbon tert-octyl substituent. It is a chemically defined monophenol used in the synthesis of nonionic surfactants and UV stabilizers. It falls under the 'Other' monophenols tariff item.
Cardanol
Cardanol is a mixture of meta-substituted alkylphenols derived from cashew nut shell liquid. It is a chemically defined compound when meeting purity criteria. It is used in resins, coatings, and friction materials.
Cosmetic Grade Thymol USP Crystals
Cosmetic Grade Thymol USP Crystals are high-purity thymol crystals meeting USP standards for cosmetic formulations. Thymol is a monophenol with the chemical formula C10H14O. It is classified as a separate chemically defined organic compound under Chapter 29.