4-Ethoxyphenol from Mexico
4-Ethoxyphenol is an alkyl ether-phenol used in organic synthesis and as a fragrance intermediate. It meets HTS 2909.50.4500 criteria as a chemically defined ether-phenol specified in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI. The ethoxy substitution distinguishes it from simple phenolic compounds.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify distillation range and refractive index matching published specifications
• Declare storage requirements (inert atmosphere) on shipping documents
• Monitor for oxidation products that could affect purity classification