Resorcinol (1,3-Benzenediol) from Japan
Resorcinol is a monophenol derivative with two hydroxyl groups, classified under HTS 2907.19.80.00 as an 'other' monophenol not specifically enumerated elsewhere in the monophenols heading. It is a white crystalline solid used primarily in the production of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and resins. This chemical meets Chapter 29 note (a) as a separate chemically defined organic compound.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming purity and structure to verify monophenol classification
• Ensure SDS (Safety Data Sheets) comply with HAZMAT regulations for phenol transport
• Avoid misclassification as polyphenol if marketed for specific dye production