4-Methoxyphenol (Hydroquinone Monomethyl Ether Technical Grade) from China
Technical grade 4-methoxyphenol is a hydroquinone derivative captured under HTS 2907.22.5000 'other' category for polyphenols. Widely used in chemical synthesis as an intermediate for antioxidants, pharmaceuticals, and polymer stabilizers.
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
• Provide GC-MS purity certificate (≥98%) distinguishing from USP grade to avoid pharmaceutical scrutiny
• Include end-use statement specifying industrial synthesis applications to prevent classification as cosmetic ingredient
• Confirm no added stabilizers render product suitable for specific end-use per Chapter 29 Note 1(e) solvent provisions