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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.2%+35.0%39.2%
🇲🇽Mexico4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇨🇦Canada4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇩🇪Germany4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇯🇵Japan4.2%+10.0%14.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3302.10.50Lower: 19.4% vs 39.2%

If diluted in alcohol for retail sale as mouthwash

Preparations for oral hygiene containing thymol as active ingredient fall under Chapter 33 perfumes/toilet preparations, not pure phenols.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 39.2%

If mixed with other chemicals as formulated disinfectant

Chemical preparations not purely thymol but mixtures with impurities exceeding Chapter 29 tolerances go to heading 3824.

3003.39Lower: 10% vs 39.2%

If incorporated into medicated lozenges or tablets

Medicinal formulations containing thymol as therapeutic agent are classified in Chapter 30 as medicaments, not bulk chemicals.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming ≥99% purity and USP/EP compliance to avoid reclassification as mixtures

Declare exact CAS number (89-83-8) and chemical name '5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)phenol' on commercial invoice for verification

Ensure packaging prevents sublimation; bulk imports >25kg may trigger TSCA notification if not pre-registered