2,6-Di-tert-butyl-4-methylphenol (BHT) from China
BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene) is a sterically hindered monophenol antioxidant classified under HTS 2907.19.80.00 'other' monophenols. Widely used as food preservative and stabilizer in plastics. Qualifies as chemically defined phenol per Chapter 29.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• FDA GRAS affirmation requires Certificate of Analysis for food contact
• Kosher/Halal certification documentation speeds customs clearance
• Distinguish pure BHT from polymer stabilizer blends (390x)