p-Cresyl Formate from Mexico
p-Cresyl formate is the formic ester of 4-methylphenol, an alkyl-substituted aromatic compound. HTS 2915.13.10.00 classification as aromatic formic acid ester per chapter definitions. Used in synthetic musk production.
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
• TSCA inventory listing required; provide PMN if new chemical
• Monitor for cresol free base (<2%) to maintain ester classification
• Drum labeling must include GHS pictograms for skin sensitizer hazard