Chavicol
Chavicol (4-allylphenol) is a simple ether-phenol with allyl substitution, contributing herbal-spicy odor in basil and betel flavors. Imported under HTS 2909.50.4050 as other odoriferous ether-phenol compound. Used in natural fragrance compositions.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If lacking demonstrable ether function
Simple phenols without ether substitution classify under earlier 2907 heading.
If coloring matter of vegetable origin containing chavicol
Chapter 29 excludes vegetable-origin coloring matter per exclusion note (g).
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide botanical extraction source if natural to validate ether-phenol identity under Chapter 29 note (a)
• Ensure no added emetic per note (g) that could imply specific safety use
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Guaiacol
Guaiacol is a naturally occurring organic compound with the formula C6H4(OH)OCH3, classified as an ether-phenol used primarily as an odoriferous compound due to its smoky, phenolic aroma. It falls under HTS 2909.50.4050 as an other odoriferous ether-phenol compound not specifically excluded by chapter notes. Commonly extracted from wood creosote, it's employed in flavorings and fragrances.
Anethole
Anethole (trans-anethole) is a phenylpropanoid ether-phenol compound responsible for the licorice flavor in anise and fennel, chemically defined as C6H4(OCH3)(CH=CHCH3). It qualifies under HTS 2909.50.4050 as an other odoriferous ether-phenol derivative used in flavorings. Synthetic or natural forms are imported for food and fragrance industries.
Eugenol
Eugenol is an allyl chain-substituted guaiacol (ether-phenol) with formula C10H12O2, prized for its clove-like odor and flavor profile. Classified under HTS 2909.50.4050 as an other odoriferous ether-phenol compound per Chapter 29 definitions. Widely imported from clove oil distillation for perfumery and dental applications.
Vanillin
Vanillin is a phenolic aldehyde with methoxy ether substitution (4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde), valued for vanilla flavor and odor. Technically an ether-phenol derivative under HTS 2909.50.4050 when imported as odoriferous compound, though aldehyde function noted. Synthetic vanillin dominates global imports.
Ethyl Vanillin
Ethyl vanillin is a synthetic ether-phenol analog of vanillin with ethoxy substitution, offering intensified vanilla odor and flavor. Classified under HTS 2909.50.4050 as other odoriferous ether-phenol compound consistent with Chapter 29 definitions. Preferred in confectionery for cost-effective vanilla profile.
Methyl Eugenol
Methyl eugenol is an allylbenzene ether compound with phenolic methoxy group, used for spicy-floral odor in perfumery. Falls under HTS 2909.50.4050 as chemically defined odoriferous ether-phenol derivative per Chapter 29. Subject to regulatory scrutiny due to safety concerns.