2907.29.90.00/Catechol (1,2-Benzenediol)/Japan

Catechol (1,2-Benzenediol) from Japan

Catechol, also known as pyrocatechol, is a dihydric phenol used in photography, dyes, and antioxidants. Classified in HTS 2907.29.90.00 as other polyphenols, it has adjacent hydroxyl groups on benzene ring. Industrial applications include rubber antioxidants and electroplating.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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• Provide specification for technical grade vs pharmaceutical grade

• Include flash point and autoignition data for proper shipping classification

• Document polymerization inhibitors if present for stability