Guaiacol

Guaiacol is a phenol-alcohol (2-methoxyphenol) consisting of a phenolic ring with a hydroxyl group and a methoxy group attached, classified under HTS 2907.29.0500 as a phenol-alcohol. It is a chemically defined organic compound used in pharmaceuticals, flavorings, and as an expectorant in cough syrups.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2909.50.40Lower: 29.8% vs 40.5%

If presented as a mixture with other isomers

Mixtures of isomers of phenol-alcohols may classify under Chapter 29 note (b) in heading 2909.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

If dissolved in solvents for retail packaging

Solutions put up for retail sale fall outside Chapter 29 per exclusion note (k).

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify purity certificates as impurities must not exceed levels specified in Chapter 29 notes for classification

Ensure proper labeling as a chemically defined compound; mixtures may shift to other headings

Obtain safety data sheets for phenol-alcohols due to hazardous material shipping requirements