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.

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.

2909.30.20.00Same rate: 40.5%

If veratrole specifically listed in primary subheading

More specific provisions take precedence over 'other' category.

2710.12Lower: 17% vs 40.5%

If purity <95% and classified as light oil fraction

Impure aromatic mixtures may fall under petroleum distillates.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide NMR spectrum confirming ortho-dimethoxy structure

Declare flash point (61°C) for proper hazmat shipping documentation

Ensure no halogen/sulfur substituents that might trigger 2930 classification

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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.

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.

4-Methoxyphenol (Methoxyhydroquinone)

4-Methoxyphenol is an aromatic ether-phenol used as a polymerization inhibitor in acrylic resins and UV stabilizer. It qualifies under HTS 2909.30.40.00 as an aromatic ether derivative listed in additional U.S. note 3.