2-Phenoxyethanol Technical Grade
2-Phenoxyethanol is a widely used ether-alcohol-phenol serving as preservative in cosmetics, vaccines, and pharmaceuticals. Its structure (C6H5OCH2CH2OH) qualifies as ether-phenol derivative under HTS 2909.50.5000. Imported as colorless liquid with purity ≥99% and stabilizer package.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If when imported specifically as ≥0.1% component of final cosmetic fragrance
Odoriferous substances in cosmetic preparations shift to Chapter 33 retail forms.
If 20-50% aqueous solutions for pharmaceutical preservation
Dilutions beyond stabilizer allowances become prepared chemical solutions under Chapter 38.
If classified primarily as aromatic ether-alcohol
Alternative interpretation emphasizing alcohol over phenol function uses earlier subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• ,Purity certification critical; technical grade <95% reclassifies as mixture under 3824.99
• Declare stabilizer identity (typically BHT); undisclosed additives violate Chapter Note 6(g) disclosure rules
Related Products under HTS 2909.50.50.00
Guaiacol USP Grade
Guaiacol is a naturally occurring organic compound classified as an ether-phenol with the formula C6H4(OH)OCH3, used primarily as an expectorant in pharmaceuticals and as an intermediate in chemical synthesis. It falls under HTS 2909.50.5000 as a chemically defined ether-phenol derivative. This product is supplied as a clear liquid with added stabilizers for safe transport.
1-Ethoxy-2,3-propanediol
1-Ethoxy-2,3-propanediol is an ether-alcohol-phenol derivative used as a reactive diluent in polyurethane coatings and epoxy resins. Though primarily ether-alcohol, its phenolic substitution qualifies it under the ether-phenol/ether-alcohol-phenol heading 2909. Supplied as viscous liquid with transport stabilizers.
Vanillyl Ethyl Ether
Vanillyl ethyl ether is a synthetic ether-phenol used in perfumery and flavorings to impart spicy vanilla notes. This chemically defined compound features both phenolic hydroxyl and ether linkage characteristic of heading 2909.50. It is imported as pale yellow liquid for fragrance compounding.
4-Methoxyphenol (Methylcatechol)
4-Methoxyphenol, also known as methylcatechol, is an ether-phenol used as a polymerization inhibitor in acrylic resins and UV stabilizers. This chemically defined compound matches the ether-phenol criteria of heading 2909. It is typically imported as a white crystalline powder with anti-caking agents for handling.