2,6-Xylenol (2,6-Dimethylphenol) from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• 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