Phenol Liquor 85% Hydroxybenzene from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify water content in analysis to confirm >50% hydroxybenzene threshold
• Use stainless steel or phenolic-lined tanks; carbon steel corrodes
• Declare as corrosive liquid UN 2821 for DOT compliance