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Hydroquinone

Hydroquinone (1,4-benzenediol) is a polyhydric phenol-alcohol classified under HTS 2907.29.0500 as 'other phenol-alcohols.' Essential in photographic developers, antioxidants, and skin lightening products.

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.

2914.69Lower: 15.5% vs 40.5%

If esterified form imported

Esters classify with parent acid per Chapter 29 ester note (A).

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

If in photographic chemical preparations

Retail preparations exclude from Chapter 29 per note (k).

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide FDA cosmetic compliance docs if for personal care end-use

• Certify <1% impurities to maintain chemically defined compound status

• Declare stabilization agents separately to avoid mixture classification

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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.

Resorcinol Monohydrate

Resorcinol monohydrate is a dihydric phenol-alcohol (1,3-benzenediol hydrate) classified as a phenol-alcohol under HTS 2907.29.0500 due to its dual hydroxyl functionality on the aromatic ring. Used in dyes, pharmaceuticals, and adhesives.

2-Phenylethanol

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.

Tyrosol

Tyrosol (4-hydroxyphenethyl alcohol) is a naturally occurring phenol-alcohol classified under HTS 2907.29.0500 for its phenolic hydroxyl and alcoholic hydroxyl groups. Found in olive oil, used in antioxidants and pharmaceuticals.

4-Methoxyphenol (Methoxyhydroquinone)

4-Methoxyphenol, also known as mequinol, is a phenol-alcohol with methoxy and hydroxy substituents on the benzene ring, classified under HTS 2907.29.0500. Used in polymerization inhibitors and skin depigmentation treatments.

Thymol

Thymol is a monoterpenoid phenol-alcohol (2-isopropyl-5-methylphenol) classified under HTS 2907.29.0500 as a phenol-alcohol. Natural antiseptic used in mouthwashes, pharmaceuticals, and food preservation.