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Resorcinol (1,3-Dihydroxybenzene) from Germany

Resorcinol is a white crystalline solid classified as a polyphenol under HTS 2907.21.00.00 due to its chemical structure with two hydroxyl groups attached to a benzene ring at the 1 and 3 positions. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound used primarily in resins, dyes, and pharmaceuticals.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming 99%+ purity as resorcinol to avoid misclassification as mixtures

• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) documenting handling precautions due to skin sensitization risks

• Verify CAS number 108-46-3 on all documentation for customs verification