Resorcinol Monohydrate from China
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.
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
• Confirm hydrate form doesn't alter classification; pure organic compounds take precedence
• Check for anti-dusting agents; additions per note (g) allowed if for safety/identification
• Declare exact water content to avoid misclassification as mixtures