4-Chloro-2-methylphenol (Chlorocresol) from Mexico
Chlorocresol is a chlorinated alkyl-substituted phenol used as a preservative in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. HTS 2908.99.80.00 covers this halogenated phenol derivative per U.S. note 3. The chlorine substitution and methyl group qualify it as a complex derivative.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Pharmaceutical grade requires USP/NF certificates for purity
• Label as 'preservative intermediate' not final cosmetic product