4-Ethylguaiacol Pure Compound from Germany
4-Ethylguaiacol is a chemically defined ether-phenol compound with the molecular formula C9H12O2, featuring a guaiacol structure with an ethyl substituent at the 4-position. It falls under HTS 2909.50.10.00 as a specific ether-phenol derivative listed in the tariff schedule. This aromatic compound is primarily used as a flavor and fragrance intermediate in food and cosmetic industries.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming 99%+ purity and chemical identity to avoid misclassification as mixtures
• Declare exact CAS number (2785-89-9) and IUPAC name on commercial invoice for customs verification
• Ensure proper HAZMAT labeling as it's a flammable liquid; common pitfall is inadequate SDS documentation