Guaiacol (2-Methoxyphenol) from Japan

Guaiacol is a methyl ether of catechol used as expectorant, flavoring agent, and in resins. Falls under HTS 2907.29.90.00 as phenol derivative (phenol-alcohol per hierarchy), though technically monophenolic with methoxy group. Extracted from wood creosote or synthesized.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

5.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Include GRAS status documentation for food flavoring applications

Specify synthetic vs natural origin in import declaration

Provide vapor pressure data for proper hazmat shipping

Guaiacol (2-Methoxyphenol) from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2907.29.90.00