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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

100%

Rate breakdown

9903.04.6094.5%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)

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