Creol Phenolic Resin from Mexico
Creol phenolic resin, also known as cresol-formaldehyde resin, uses cresol instead of phenol for enhanced flexibility in coatings. It qualifies under HTS 3909.40.00.00 as phenolic resins include alkyl-substituted phenols in primary forms. Used in can coatings and electrical laminates.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify cresol content meets phenolic definition via COA
• Track shelf-life declarations for liquid forms
• Common issue: confusion with polyester resins