Potassium Cyanide White Powder
Potassium cyanide in white crystalline powder form is a pure, chemically defined simple cyanide of potassium. It is an inorganic compound of an inorganic base, meeting the Chapter 28 Note 1 definition. The physical form (powder) does not alter its classification under this tariff item.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Clearly mark the product as potassium cyanide (KCN) with the CAS number on all shipping documents
• Since cyanides are highly toxic, ensure proper packaging and labeling per TDG regulations
• Check if a permit from the Canada Border Services Agency is needed for controlled substances
Related Products under Tariff item 2837.19.00
Barium Cyanide Granules
Barium cyanide granules (Ba(CN)2) are used in chemical synthesis and water treatment. They are a chemically defined simple cyanide of barium, an inorganic base. The product meets Chapter 28 Note 1 and is classified under this tariff item as 'other' cyanides.
Barium Cyanide Powder
Barium cyanide (Ba(CN)2) is a fine white powder used in specialty chemical manufacturing, including the production of other barium compounds and as a reagent in organic synthesis. It is a simple cyanide of an inorganic base, barium, and meets the chemical definition criteria of Chapter 28 Note 1. It is not a complex cyanide, so it falls under tariff item 2837.19.00 for other cyanides.
Cadmium Cyanide Crystals
Cadmium cyanide crystals (Cd(CN)2) are used in cadmium electroplating for corrosion-resistant coatings. They are a chemically defined simple cyanide of cadmium, an inorganic base. The crystalline form does not affect classification under this tariff item.
Cadmium Cyanide Fine Powder
Cadmium cyanide (Cd(CN)2) is a fine powder used in cadmium electroplating to produce corrosion-resistant coatings on metals. It is a simple cyanide of an inorganic base, cadmium, and is chemically defined as per Chapter 28 Note 1. It is not a complex cyanide, so it is classified under tariff item 2837.19.00 for other cyanides.
Calcium Cyanide 70% Technical Solution Precursor
Calcium cyanide at 70% technical concentration is a chemically defined compound of calcium and cyanide, used as a precursor for on-site solution making in mining. It is a simple cyanide of an inorganic base, falling under this tariff item. The concentration does not affect classification as long as it is a separate compound.
Calcium Cyanide Ca(CN)2 Powder
Calcium cyanide powder (Ca(CN)2) is a white crystalline powder used in gold mining for ore extraction via cyanidation. It is a chemically defined simple cyanide of calcium, an inorganic base. The product meets Chapter 28 Note 1 and is classified under this tariff item as 'other' cyanides.