2-Ethylphenol
2-Ethylphenol is an alkyl-substituted monophenol with an ethyl group at the ortho position, fitting the alkylcresols provision of HTS 2907.19.10.00 as a chemically defined organic compound. Applied in specialty chemical synthesis and polymer additives.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm alkyl chain length in technical data sheet; longer chains may require review for classification
• Ensure stability testing if stabilizers added, per chapter note (f)
• Use stainless steel containers to prevent reaction with phenol's corrosiveness
Related Products under HTS 2907.19.10.00
Ortho-Cresol (2-Methylphenol)
Ortho-cresol is a monophenolic compound with a methyl group at the ortho position relative to the hydroxyl group on the benzene ring, classifying it as an alkylcresol under HTS 2907.19.10.00. It is a chemically defined organic compound used primarily in chemical synthesis and as a disinfectant precursor.
Para-Cresol (4-Methylphenol)
Para-cresol features a methyl substituent at the para position of the phenol ring, meeting the definition of alkylcresols in HTS 2907.19.10.00 as a separate chemically defined monophenol. Commonly used in resin production and as a fragrance intermediate.
Meta-Cresol (3-Methylphenol)
Meta-cresol, with its methyl group at the meta position, is explicitly covered as an alkylcresol under HTS 2907.19.10.00 due to its chemically defined monophenolic structure. It serves as an intermediate in pharmaceuticals and antioxidants.
Mixed Cresols (Ortho/Para/Meta Blend)
Commercial mixed cresols consist primarily of ortho-, para-, and meta- alkylcresols, qualifying under HTS 2907.19.10.00 as they represent isomer mixtures of the same organic compound per chapter note (b). Used extensively in disinfectants and synthetic resins.
4-tert-Butylphenol
4-tert-Butylphenol, featuring a tertiary butyl alkyl group at the para position, is classified as an alkylcresol under HTS 2907.19.10.00. Widely used in antioxidants, fragrances, and UV stabilizers.
Thymol (2-Isopropyl-5-Methylphenol)
Thymol, a naturally-derived but synthetically produced alkylcresol with isopropyl and methyl substituents, falls under HTS 2907.19.10.00 as a monophenol. Used as an antiseptic and in mouthwashes.