o-Cresol (2-Methylphenol) from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include GC-MS analysis reports to distinguish from cresol mixtures; comply with REACH-like chemical registration for EU transshipments; store in stabilized containers to prevent oxidation during transit