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Technical Grade Cresols (95% Purity) from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Impurity profiles must not exceed 5% to maintain classification; use nitrogen blanketing for storage; declare for TSCA pre-notice if new chemical