Resorcinol Monomethyl Ether
Resorcinol monomethyl ether (3-methoxyphenol) functions as a pharmaceutical intermediate and UV absorber. Classified as aromatic ether under HTS 2909.30.40.00 per U.S. note 3.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If predominantly resorcinol derivative
Phenol classification (2907) precedes ether (2909) in numerical order.
If technical grade with >5% impurities
Chapter note (a) excludes impure mixtures from pure compound headings.
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Related Products under HTS 2909.30.40.00
Guaiacol
Guaiacol is an aromatic ether (2-methoxyphenol) used primarily as an expectorant in cough syrups and as a flavoring agent. It falls under HTS 2909.30.40.00 as an aromatic ether described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, which includes specific chemically defined compounds in this category.
Anisole
Anisole (methoxybenzene) is a colorless liquid aromatic ether used as a solvent in perfumery, pharmaceuticals, and chemical synthesis. Classified under HTS 2909.30.40.00 as an 'other' aromatic ether per additional U.S. note 3 to section VI.
Veratrole (1,2-Dimethoxybenzene)
Veratrole is a dimethyl aromatic ether used in organic synthesis and as an intermediate for pharmaceuticals. Falls under HTS 2909.30.40.00 for 'other' aromatic ethers per U.S. note 3.
1,4-Dimethoxybenzene (Hydroquinone Dimethyl Ether)
1,4-Dimethoxybenzene serves as a synthetic intermediate and polymer additive, characterized as an aromatic diether. Classified in HTS 2909.30.40.00 under additional U.S. note 3 for specified aromatic ethers.
Eugenol Methyl Ether (Methyl Eugenol)
Methyl eugenol is an aromatic ether found in essential oils, used in perfumery and as an insect attractant. It meets HTS 2909.30.40.00 criteria as a chemically defined aromatic ether from U.S. note 3.
Diphenyl Ether
Diphenyl ether (phenyl ether) is used as a heat transfer fluid and chemical intermediate, qualifying as a basic aromatic ether. Falls under HTS 2909.30.40.00 per additional U.S. note 3 specifications.