2-Phenoxyethanol
2-Phenoxyethanol is an aromatic ether-alcohol compound with the formula C6H5OCH2CH2OH, featuring a phenyl group attached to an ethoxyethanol chain. It falls under HTS 2909.49.15.00 as an aromatic ether-alcohol derivative, chemically defined and used primarily as a preservative in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If put up in retail packaging for perfumery
Mixtures containing ether-alcohols as fragrance ingredients for retail sale fall under Chapter 33 preparations.
If in chemical preparations exceeding 70% concentration
Ether-alcohols in bulk chemical mixtures are classified as preparations of Chapter 38 rather than pure compounds.
If classified as ether-alcohol phenols instead
Structural isomers with phenolic characteristics may fall under different subheadings within 2909.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify chemical purity and provide SDS (Safety Data Sheets) for customs clearance as it's a hazardous material
• Ensure proper labeling for cosmetic/pharma use to avoid reclassification under Chapter 33
Related Products under HTS 2909.49.15.00
Triethylene Glycol Monophenyl Ether
Triethylene glycol monophenyl ether (C6H5O(CH2CH2O)3H) is a higher molecular weight aromatic ether-alcohol used in industrial cleaners and electronics manufacturing. It qualifies for HTS 2909.49.15.00 as an 'other' aromatic ether-alcohol under Chapter 29 organic compounds.
1-Phenoxy-2-propanol
1-Phenoxy-2-propanol (C6H5OCH2CH(OH)CH3) is an aromatic ether-alcohol used as a solvent in inks, coatings, and cleaning formulations. Classified under HTS 2909.49.15.00 as 'other' aromatic ether-alcohols, it meets Chapter 29 criteria for chemically defined organic compounds.
Ethylene Glycol Monobenzyl Ether
Ethylene glycol monobenzyl ether (C6H5CH2OCH2CH2OH) features a benzyl aromatic group linked to ethylene glycol, used in specialty solvents and fragrances. It falls under HTS 2909.49.15.00 as an aromatic ether-alcohol derivative per Chapter 29 notes.
Dipropylene Glycol Monophenyl Ether
Dipropylene glycol monophenyl ether is an aromatic ether-alcohol (C6H5O(CH2CH(OH)CH3)2) used in water-based coatings and personal care products. Classified in HTS 2909.49.15.00 as 'other' aromatic ether-alcohols meeting Chapter 29 purity requirements.
Polyethylene Glycol Monophenyl Ether (n=4)
Polyethylene glycol monophenyl ether with 4 ethylene oxide units is a chemically defined aromatic ether-alcohol surfactant intermediate. It qualifies under HTS 2909.49.15.00 as an 'other' aromatic ether-alcohol per Chapter 29 definitions.
2-(2-Methoxyphenoxy)ethanol
2-(2-Methoxyphenoxy)ethanol is a substituted aromatic ether-alcohol with methoxy and hydroxyethyl groups on benzene ring, used in pharmaceutical synthesis. Falls under HTS 2909.49.15.00 as 'other' aromatic ether-alcohol derivatives.