Cosmetic Grade Thymol USP Crystals
High-purity thymol crystals USP grade for cosmetic formulations like acne treatments and deodorants. Classified as pure thymol under HTS 2907.19.40.00, separate from finished cosmetic products.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in finished skincare cream or lotion
If cyclic ethers derived from thymol
Thymol derivatives with epoxide rings excluded from Chapter 29 per note 6, go to heterocyclic compounds.
If formulated as herbicide containing thymol
Pesticidal products with thymol as active ingredient fall under Chapter 38 disinfectants/pesticides.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Comply with FDA cosmetic ingredient labeling (21 CFR 701); declare as 'thymol' not generic 'preservative'
• CTPA/IFRA compliance docs recommended; test for peroxide value to meet cosmetic pharmacopeia standards
• Bulk >5kg requires secondary containment to prevent sublimation contamination during transit
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Pharmaceutical Grade Thymol Crystals
Pure thymol crystals (CAS 89-83-8) meeting USP standards for use in medicinal formulations like throat lozenges and mouthwashes. Classified under HTS 2907.19.40.00 as thymol, a monophenol with the chemical formula C10H14O, fitting Chapter 29's scope for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
Food Grade Thymol Powder FCC
Thymol powder compliant with Food Chemicals Codex (FCC) standards for use as a natural preservative and flavoring in chewing gum and baked goods. Falls under HTS 2907.19.40.00 as the pure monophenol compound, distinct from finished food products.
Industrial Thymol Flakes 99% Purity
Large-flake thymol at 99% purity for industrial applications including plasticizers and synthetic thymol production. HTS 2907.19.40.00 specifically covers thymol as a monophenol-alcohol under Chapter 29 organic compounds.
Veterinary Thymol Powder EP/BP
European Pharmacopoeia (EP) and British Pharmacopoeia (BP) grade thymol for animal health products like poultry feed dewormers. HTS 2907.19.40.00 as chemically defined monophenol for veterinary chemical use.