Guaiacyl Acetate

Guaiacyl acetate is an ester derivative of guaiacol used in fragrance and pharmaceutical synthesis, falling under HTS 2922.50.19.00 per rules for esters classified with the later-heading parent compound. Its aromatic oxygen function qualifies it as a drug intermediate.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2915.39Lower: 13.7% vs 16.5%

If acetate ester function takes precedence

Saturated acyclic esters may classify under 2915 if not tied to phenolic parent.

3301.29.20.00Higher: 18.6% vs 16.5%

If when prepared as essential oil base for perfumery

Odoriferous preparations exclude from Chapter 29 per exclusions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Cite chapter note (A) for ester classification in technical file to justify heading

Provide GC-MS purity report (>98%) for customs lab testing

Store below 20°C; declare flash point on MSDS for DOT compliance

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Guaiacol Carbonate

Guaiacol carbonate is a derivative of guaiacol, featuring a carbonate ester group attached to the phenolic oxygen, classifying it as an aromatic amino-compound with oxygen function under HTS 2922.50.19.00. It is used in pharmaceutical synthesis as an intermediate for expectorant drugs and cough syrups.

Guaifenesin USP

Guaifenesin, or 3-(2-methoxyphenoxy)-1,2-propanediol, is a guaiacol derivative serving as an expectorant in cough medications, falling under HTS 2922.50.19.00 as an aromatic amino-compound with oxygen function. It meets 'drugs: other' criteria due to its pharmaceutical application.

Guethol

Guethol, chemically 2-methoxy-4-(1-propenyl)phenol, is a guaiacol derivative used as a flavoring agent and topical antiseptic, classified under HTS 2922.50.19.00 for its aromatic structure with oxygen and phenolic functions. It qualifies as a 'drug' derivative in pharmaceutical contexts.

Veratrylguaiacol

Veratrylguaiacol is a dimeric guaiacol derivative used in organic synthesis and as a biochemical research tool, falling under HTS 2922.50.19.00 due to its aromatic amino-phenol structure with oxygen functions. It serves as an intermediate in drug development.

Guaiacol Glycerol Ether

Guaiacol glycerol ether is an ether derivative linking guaiacol to glycerol, used in expectorant formulations and classified under HTS 2922.50.19.00 as a guaiacol-based aromatic compound with oxygen function. It aligns with 'drugs: other' for medicinal intermediates.

4-Nitroguaicol Sodium

4-Nitroguaicol sodium salt is a nitro-derivative of guaiacol used in dye intermediates and pharmaceuticals, classified under HTS 2922.50.19.00 as it retains guaiacol's aromatic oxygen-amino structure. Nitro groups are included per chapter notes for such derivatives.