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2909.50.20.00/4-Methylguaiacol (Creosol)/Mexico

4-Methylguaiacol (Creosol) from Mexico

4-Methylguaiacol, also known as creosol (4-methyl-2-methoxyphenol), is a guaiacol derivative obtained from guaiacum resin or wood creosote, used in organic synthesis and as a disinfectant. It is specifically listed under HTS 2909.50.20.00 as a guaiacol derivative ether-phenol. Commonly imported for flavor and fragrance applications.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

15.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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Import Tips

• Submit GC-MS analysis proving >95% purity as 4-methyl-2-methoxyphenol to distinguish from creosote mixtures

• Avoid retail packaging that might trigger reclassification as consumer chemical preparation under Chapter 38

• Declare CAS 93-51-6 explicitly; ensure no anti-dusting agents added beyond chapter note g allowances

4-Methylguaiacol (Creosol) from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2909.50.20.00