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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If stabilized with BHT for long-term storage
Products with added stabilizers beyond Chapter 29(f) tolerances classified as chemical mixtures in 3824.
If synthetic cresols rather than natural thymol
Different monophenols like cresols (2907.15) vs specific thymol (2907.19.40); structure determines subheading.
If dissolved in petroleum distillates for transport
Solutions in hydrocarbon solvents may fall under Chapter 27 if solvent predominates and not safety packaging per note 2(e).
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Import Tips & Compliance
• File TSCA certification (40 CFR 720.45) declaring new/existing chemical status; thymol is TSCA-listed but impurities matter
• Use UN-approved packaging (UN2811 Toxic solid, organic, n.o.s.) for DG compliance; IMDG Class 6.1
• Avoid anti-caking agents >1% or risk reclassification under Chapter 29 note 6(g) as modified products
Related Products under HTS 2907.19.40.00
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.
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.
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.