o-Cresol (2-Methylphenol) from Canada
Ortho-cresol, while having a specific subheading in some systems, falls to HTS 2907.19.80.00 'other' when not meeting cresol purity specs. Used in disinfectants, resins, and herbicides. Chemically defined monophenol per Chapter 29.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Corrosive liquid - UN2810 packaging and placarding mandatory
• Isomer purity testing prevents mixed cresol reclassification
• Industrial drum packaging vs retail containers affects duty