Mixed Cresols (Ortho/Para/Meta Blend) from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Provide chromatogram showing cresol isomer composition to justify specific subheading over general phenols
• Label drums with 'UN 2076 Cresols, liquid' for DOT transport compliance
• Monitor for anti-dusting agents; per note (g), minor additives keep classification here if not for specific use