2,6-Xylenol (2,6-Dimethylphenol)

2,6-Xylenol, or 2,6-dimethylphenol, qualifies as a xylenol under HTS 2907.19.61.00 as a chemically defined monophenol with two ortho-methyl groups. It is widely used in the production of polyphenylene oxide resins and UV stabilizers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2907.15Lower: 15.5% vs 35%

If cresols (methylphenols)

Single methyl-substituted phenols classify under specific cresol subheading 2907.15.

2933.19Lower: 16.5% vs 35%

If contains heterocyclic oxygen ring

Chapter note excludes epoxides and cyclic ethers from phenol headings.

2909.50Lower: 15.5% vs 35%

If ether derivative

Phenolic ethers shift to Chapter 29 heading 2909 provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include HPLC chromatogram showing single peak >99% confirming chemical purity per Chapter 29(a)

Label as '2,6-dimethylphenol' using IUPAC name; avoid trade names that suggest mixtures

Document stabilizer content <0.5% to comply with Chapter 29(f) preservation allowance

Related Products under HTS 2907.19.61.00

6-tert-Butyl-2,4-Xylenol

6-tert-Butyl-2,4-xylenol is a monophenolic compound specifically enumerated in HTS 2907.19.61.00, characterized by its substituted phenol structure with tert-butyl and methyl groups. It is commonly used as an intermediate in chemical synthesis for disinfectants, antioxidants, and polymer additives.

2-tert-Butylethylphenol

2-tert-Butylethylphenol is an explicitly listed monophenol under HTS 2907.19.61.00, featuring ethyl and tert-butyl substitution on the phenolic ring. This chemical serves as a key intermediate for producing alkylphenol resins and rubber antioxidants.

2,4-Xylenol Sodium Salt

The sodium salt of 2,4-xylenol is classifiable under HTS 2907.19.61.00 per Chapter 29 note 3(C)(1) with the parent xylenol. This water-soluble phenolate serves as a chemical intermediate and buffering agent in formulations.

3,5-Xylenol (3,5-Dimethylphenol)

3,5-Xylenol, featuring meta-methyl substitutions, falls under HTS 2907.19.61.00 as a defined xylenol monophenol. It functions as an intermediate for pharmaceuticals, disinfectants, and agricultural chemicals.

2,3-Xylenol

2,3-Xylenol (2,3-dimethylphenol) is a vicinal dimethyl monophenol covered by HTS 2907.19.61.00 xylenols provision. Primarily used in specialty polymer synthesis and fragrance intermediates.

2,4,6-Trimethylphenol (Mesitol)

Although trimethyl-substituted, mesitol qualifies as a xylenol derivative under HTS 2907.19.61.00 when chemically defined as pure compound. Used in pharmaceutical synthesis and polymer stabilizers.