4-Ethylguaiacol 99%+ USP Grade from Japan
Ultra-pure 4-Ethylguaiacol meeting USP standards for pharmaceutical intermediate use, remaining a separate chemically defined compound. HTS 2909.50.10.00 classification based on chemical identity despite high purity specs. Critical for synthesis of advanced aroma chemicals.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include USP certificate and heavy metals/impurities test results for FDA/CBP review
• Declare 'not for direct human consumption' to avoid pharmaceutical Chapter 30 scrutiny