2909.50.45.00/2-Methoxy-4-methylphenol (Creosol)/Japan

2-Methoxy-4-methylphenol (Creosol) from Japan

Creosol is a methylated ether-phenol compound derived from guaiacol, used as a disinfectant and flavorant in pharmaceuticals. It qualifies for HTS 2909.50.4500 as a product described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, meeting the chemically defined ether-phenol classification. The compound's structure features both phenolic hydroxyl and ether functionality.

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%

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Import Tips

• Submit GC-MS analysis confirming >95% purity and matching CAS 93-51-6 for classification confirmation

• Declare intended use (disinfectant vs flavor) on commercial invoice to guide proper tariff treatment

• Ensure packaging complies with DOT hazardous material regulations for phenol derivatives