Thymol from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Distinguish synthetic from essential oil extracts for proper Chapter 29 classification
• Include GC-MS analysis confirming chemical identity and purity
• Note GRAS status for food use; affects labeling requirements