Guaiacol (2-Methoxyphenol) from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide evidence ether function predominates over phenol via chemical analysis
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for food contact substance imports
• Ship under temperature control (<25°C) to maintain stability during transit