Phenol (Hydroxybenzene) 99% Pure
Phenol, also known as hydroxybenzene or carbolic acid, is a fundamental aromatic compound containing more than 50 percent by weight of hydroxybenzene, distilled from high temperature coal tar. It is widely used in the production of phenolic resins, pharmaceuticals, and disinfectants. This product falls under HTS 2707.99.51.00 due to its high hydroxybenzene content exceeding the aromatic threshold in coal tar distillates.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If chemically synthesized rather than coal tar distilled
Synthetic phenols from petrochemical processes fall under Chapter 29 as organic chemicals, not coal tar products.
If containing phenols but <50% hydroxybenzene
Lower hydroxybenzene concentration shifts to general 'other phenols' subheading within coal tar products.
If mixed with other chemicals as preparations
Blends or preparations of phenols not meeting purity thresholds classify as chemical mixtures in Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity certificate showing >50% hydroxybenzene content to confirm classification under 2707.99.51.00
• Include Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) as phenol is hazardous; ensure proper HAZMAT declaration
• Avoid misclassification as synthetic phenol (2907.11); provide coal tar distillation proof
Related Products under HTS 2707.99.51.00
Coal Tar Phenol Crystals Industrial Grade
Industrial-grade phenol crystals derived from coal tar distillation, containing over 50 percent hydroxybenzene by weight with aromatic constituents predominant. Used primarily in resin manufacturing and as a chemical intermediate. Classified under HTS 2707.99.51.00 for its high hydroxybenzene purity from coal tar sources.
High-Purity Hydroxybenzene Flakes
Flake-form hydroxybenzene with purity exceeding 50 percent by weight, obtained from high-temperature coal tar distillation where aromatics outweigh non-aromatics. Essential for plastics, adhesives, and nylon production. Meets HTS 2707.99.51.00 criteria for phenol-rich coal tar products.
Phenol Liquor 85% Hydroxybenzene
Aqueous phenol liquor from coal tar rectification with 85% hydroxybenzene content by weight, aromatics predominant. Used in dyestuff and pharmaceutical intermediates. Classified in HTS 2707.99.51.00 for >50% hydroxybenzene in coal tar derivatives.
Carbolic Acid Coal Tar Distillate
Carbolic acid, synonymous with hydroxybenzene, in distillate form from coal tar containing more than 50 percent by weight hydroxybenzene. Primarily used in disinfectants and herbicide synthesis. Falls under HTS 2707.99.51.00 as a high-hydroxybenzene coal tar product.