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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2907.21.00.00Same rate: 40.5%

If predominantly resorcinol derivative

Phenol classification (2907) precedes ether (2909) in numerical order.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

If technical grade with >5% impurities

Chapter note (a) excludes impure mixtures from pure compound headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

,Include REACH registration if EU origin for supply chain compliance

Prevent misclassification by emphasizing ether functionality

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