2-Phenyl-2-propanol from Mexico
2-Phenyl-2-propanol (cumyl alcohol) serves as intermediate for cumene hydroperoxide production. HTS 2906.29.60.00 classification as other aromatic cyclic alcohol derivative. Meets chapter purity requirements.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Boiling point (203°C) distinguishes from similar benzyl alcohols
• Peroxide precursor declaration prevents explosive classification
• Distillation specs (≥95%) required for duty preference