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m-Cresol (3-Methylphenol)

m-Cresol, known as 3-methylphenol, is a meta-isomer monophenol under HTS 2907.12.00.00 as a cresol. It functions in antioxidant production and as a wood preservative intermediate.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina4.2%+35.0%39.2%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico4.2%+10.0%14.2%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada4.2%+10.0%14.2%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany4.2%+10.0%14.2%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan4.2%+10.0%14.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2907.19Lower: 15.5% vs 39.2%

If for non-cresol monophenols like thymol

Other phenolic structures without cresol methyl positioning classify here.

2930.90Lower: 13.7% vs 39.2%

If sulfonated derivative

Organo-sulfur modifications move to heading 2930 per chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Provide NMR spectra for isomer confirmation to avoid disputes; ensure DOT-compliant packaging for corrosive phenols; declare any stabilizers separately if exceeding chapter note (f) limits

Related Products under HTS 2907.12.00.00

p-Cresol (4-Methylphenol)

p-Cresol is a monophenolic compound with the formula CH3C6H4OH, specifically the para isomer of methylphenol, classified under HTS 2907.12.00.00 as a cresol. It is a chemically defined organic compound used in resin production and as a disinfectant intermediate.

o-Cresol (2-Methylphenol)

o-Cresol, or 2-methylphenol, is an ortho-substituted monophenol fitting HTS 2907.12.00.00 for cresols and their salts. This chemically defined compound serves as a precursor in pesticides and synthetic resins.

Cresol Mixture (Ortho/Para/Meta Blend)

A commercial cresol mixture containing ortho, para, and meta isomers qualifies under HTS 2907.12.00.00 for cresols, as it consists of isomers of the same organic compound per chapter note (b). Used in disinfectants and synthetic musk production.

Sodium Cresylate (Cresol Sodium Salt)

Sodium cresylate is the sodium salt of cresols (mixed isomers), classified under HTS 2907.12.00.00 per chapter note on salts of organic compounds. It is a water-soluble form used in phenolic soaps and antiseptics.

Potassium o-Cresolate

Potassium o-cresolate, the potassium salt of o-cresol, falls under HTS 2907.12.00.00 for cresol salts as per chapter classification rules for organic salts. Applied in organic synthesis and as a catalyst.

Technical Grade Cresols (95% Purity)

Technical grade cresols at 95% purity with minor impurities still qualify as chemically defined under HTS 2907.12.00.00 per chapter note (a). Commonly used in wire enamel resins and herbicides.