2-Phenylethanol from Mexico
2-Phenylethanol is a phenol-alcohol featuring a phenyl ring attached to an ethanol chain, fitting HTS 2907.29.0500 as a phenol-alcohol derivative. Widely used as a fragrance in perfumes and rose oil substitute.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide analytical certificates confirming chemical purity for Chapter 29 eligibility
• Avoid retail packaging over 300cm³ to prevent reclassification as mixtures
• Note REACH compliance for EU exports; similar declarations needed for US import