2-tert-Butyl-4-methoxyphenol from Canada
2-tert-Butyl-4-methoxyphenol serves as an antioxidant in rubber and plastics, featuring ether-phenol functionality. Classified under HTS 2909.50.4500 as a product in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI due to its chemically defined structure. The bulky tert-butyl substitution provides steric hindrance for oxidative stability.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
5.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document polymer stabilization end-use to distinguish from pharmaceutical applications
• Confirm <0.1% impurities via GC to maintain pure compound status vs mixture
• Include TSCA inventory status and PMN number if applicable for new introductions