alpha-Phenylacetoacetonitrile (P2P Nitrile)
Alpha-Phenylacetoacetonitrile (P2P Nitrile) is a separate chemically defined organic compound with a nitrile functional group (-CN) attached to the alpha carbon of the phenylacetoacetone structure. It is specifically named in tariff item 2926.40.00 and meets Chapter 29 note 1(a) as a chemically defined compound.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is not the specifically named compound but a derivative
Other nitrile-function compounds fall under this alternative if they are not alpha-phenylacetoacetonitrile.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product's chemical purity and identity with a certificate of analysis for CBSA classification
• Be aware that alpha-phenylacetoacetonitrile may be a controlled precursor; check with Health Canada for import permits
• Declare the correct HS code to avoid delays
Related Products under Tariff item 2926.40.00
alpha-Phenylacetoacetonitrile Technical Grade 98%
Technical grade alpha-Phenylacetoacetonitrile at 98% purity is a key nitrile-function organic compound used in organic synthesis. It is classified under this tariff item as the named compound, with impurities not affecting its chemical identity per Chapter 29 note 1(a).
alpha-Phenylacetoacetonitrile with Anti-Caking Agent
Alpha-Phenylacetoacetonitrile with an anti-caking agent added for preservation or transport. This form is permitted under Chapter 29 note 1(f), as the additive does not alter the product's general use, and it remains classified as the named nitrile-function compound.
alpha-Phenylacetoacetonitrile with Identification Dye
Alpha-Phenylacetoacetonitrile with a trace odoriferous substance added for safety identification, as allowed under Chapter 29 note 1(g). The addition facilitates spill detection without making the product suitable for a specific use, so it remains under this tariff item.
High-Purity alpha-Phenylacetoacetonitrile 99%+
High-purity (99%+) alpha-Phenylacetoacetonitrile is a synthetic intermediate with the precise structure qualifying it under this tariff item. As a separate chemically defined nitrile-function compound, it aligns with Chapter 29 note 1(a) and is the named product.
Industrial alpha-Phenylacetoacetonitrile 25kg Drums
Industrial-grade alpha-Phenylacetoacetonitrile in 25kg drums for manufacturing scale is classified under this tariff item as the named nitrile-function organic compound. It is used in large-scale synthesis and meets Chapter 29 note 1(a) as a chemically defined compound.
P2P Nitrile alpha-Phenylacetoacetonitrile USP Grade
USP-grade alpha-Phenylacetoacetonitrile meets pharmacopeia standards for use in pharmaceutical intermediates. It is explicitly covered by this tariff item as a named nitrile-function compound in Chapter 29, with high purity suitable for API synthesis.