Eugenol Methyl Ether (4-Allyl-1-methoxy-2-hydroxybenzene)

A naturally derived aromatic ether used in perfumery and as a flavoring agent. Classified under HTS 2909.30.60.00 despite phenolic group due to principal ether characteristic. Synthetic version imported for essential oil replacements.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+25.0%30.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%5.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%5.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%5.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%5.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2907.23.00.00Higher: 40.5% vs 30.5%

If phenol function predominates in tariff description

Ether-phenols may classify under monophenols if OH group emphasized.

3302.10.50.00Lower: 19.4% vs 30.5%

If put up in retail fragrance packaging

Consumer fragrance products containing >20% aromatic ethers shift to Chapter 33.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Differentiate from natural clove oil (3301.29) by providing synthetic origin certificate

Test for peroxide formation if stored >6 months; declare stabilizers used

Include FEMA GRAS status for food flavoring applications to expedite FDA review

Related Products under HTS 2909.30.60.00

Anisole (Methoxybenzene)

Anisole is a colorless liquid aromatic ether with the formula C6H5OCH3, used as a solvent and fragrance intermediate. It falls under HTS 2909.30.60.00 as an aromatic ether, chemically defined and not specifically excluded. Primarily imported for chemical synthesis and perfumery applications.

Phenetole (Ethoxybenzene)

Phenetole is an aromatic ether (C6H5OC2H5) used in organic synthesis and as a solvent. Classified under HTS 2909.30.60.00 as 'other' aromatic ethers, distinct from specific listed compounds. Commonly imported for pharmaceutical intermediate production.

1-Methoxy-2-methylnaphthalene

A substituted aromatic ether used in dye manufacturing and as an intermediate. Falls under HTS 2909.30.60.00 as an 'other' aromatic ether derivative. The methoxy group on the naphthalene ring qualifies it for this specific classification.

Veratrole (1,2-Dimethoxybenzene)

Veratrole is a dimethylated aromatic ether used in pharmaceutical synthesis and fragrances. Classified in HTS 2909.30.60.00 as an aromatic ether not elsewhere specified. The dual methoxy groups on the benzene ring define its ether classification.

Guaiacol (2-Methoxyphenol)

Guaiacol is an aromatic ether-phenol used in pharmaceuticals and as a flavoring agent. While containing phenolic OH, classified primarily as aromatic ether under HTS 2909.30.60.00. Common import for expectorant formulations and wood smoke flavoring.

4-Methoxybiphenyl

A biphenyl derivative with methoxy substitution, used in liquid crystal materials. Falls under HTS 2909.30.60.00 as an aromatic ether. Imported for electronics and display technology applications.