p-Cyanophenyl Acetate
p-Cyanophenyl acetate is an aromatic ester of cyanophenol, containing a nitrile function. It is not specifically named in other tariff items of subheading 2926.90, so it falls under the 'other' item 2926.90.00 as a nitrile-function 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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the ester function is considered the primary characteristic
Esters of carboxylic acids may be classified under heading 29.18 if the acid function is dominant.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the ester is not classifiable elsewhere (e.g
• as an ester of a carboxylic acid)
• Provide a certificate of analysis to confirm the nitrile function
Related Products under Tariff item 2926.90.00
2-Amino-4-chlorobenzonitrile
2-Amino-4-chlorobenzonitrile is a separate chemically defined aromatic compound with amino and nitrile functions, plus a chlorine substituent. It is not specifically named in other tariff items of subheading 2926.90, so it falls under the 'other' item 2926.90.00.
2-Amino-5-chlorobenzonitrile
2-Amino-5-chlorobenzonitrile is a separate chemically defined aromatic nitrile compound with amino and chloro substituents. It is not specifically enumerated in other tariff items of subheading 2926.90, so it is classifiable under the residual item 2926.90.00.
2-Cyano-4-nitroaniline
2-Cyano-4-nitroaniline is a separate chemically defined aromatic compound containing a nitrile (cyano) group and a nitro substituent on a benzene ring. It falls under tariff item 2926.90.00 as an 'other' nitrile-function compound, not specifically enumerated elsewhere in the subheading.
2-Cyano-4-nitroaniline Flake Form
Flake-form 2-cyano-4-nitroaniline is the same chemically defined aromatic nitrile compound, with physical form not affecting classification under Chapter 29. It is used in pigment dye synthesis and qualifies as an 'other' nitrile-function compound under tariff item 2926.90.00.
2-Cyano-4-nitroaniline Technical Grade
Technical grade 2-cyano-4-nitroaniline contains minor impurities but remains a separate chemically defined aromatic nitrile compound under Chapter 29 note 1(a). It is used in industrial dye manufacturing and falls under tariff item 2926.90.00 as an 'other' nitrile.
2-Cyano-4-nitroaniline with Stabilizer
2-Cyano-4-nitroaniline with a stabilizer (anti-caking agent) for transport is permitted under Chapter 29 note 1(f), as the stabilizer is necessary for preservation. The core compound remains a nitrile-function aromatic, classifiable under tariff item 2926.90.00.