Resorcinol (1,3-Benzenediol)
Resorcinol is a dihydroxybenzene (polyphenol) used in the production of resins, dyes, and pharmaceuticals. It falls under HTS 2907.29.90.00 as a polyphenolic compound that is chemically defined and not specifically provided for elsewhere in heading 2907. This white crystalline solid is a key intermediate in organic synthesis.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If monophenolic like phenol itself
Pure monophenols like phenol are classified under 2907.21, while resorcinol has two phenolic groups making it a polyphenol.
If imported as mixture with solvents exceeding transport tolerances
Solutions where solvent renders product suitable for specific use fall under mixtures of Chapter 38 rather than pure compounds.
If chemically modified with alcohol groups beyond phenol-alcohol
Compounds with additional alcohol functions may shift to heading 2909 for alcohols with additional oxygen function.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide Certificate of Analysis (COA) verifying purity and chemical identity as resorcinol to avoid misclassification
• Include Safety Data Sheet (SDS) detailing handling precautions for this phenolic compound
• Verify packaging complies with UN regulations for organic chemicals to prevent transport delays
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Pyrogallol (1,2,3-Benzenetriol)
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Phloroglucinol (1,3,5-Benzenetriol)
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Catechol (1,2-Benzenediol)
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Guaiacol (2-Methoxyphenol)
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Gallic Acid (3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzoic Acid)
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