Thymol (5-Methyl-2-(1-Methylethyl)phenol) from China
Thymol, a natural monophenol from thyme oil, is classified in HTS 2907.19.80.00 as 'other' monophenols when supplied as pure compound. Used as antiseptic, preservative, and in mouthwashes. Synthetic or purified forms qualify as chemically defined organic compounds per Chapter 29.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Synthetic thymol requires certificate of analysis distinguishing from natural extracts
• Label with FEMA GRAS status if for food/pharma use to avoid FDA scrutiny