2-Ethylphenol from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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