2-Picoline (Alpha-Picoline)
2-Picoline is a colorless liquid heterocyclic compound with the formula C5H4NCH3, derived from the distillation of high temperature coal tar where aromatic constituents predominate. It falls under HTS 2707.99.20.00 as a specific picoline product meeting the chapter's criteria for coal tar distillates. Primarily used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If chemically defined, synthetic or biotech-produced
Pure synthetic picolines classified as heterocyclic compounds in Chapter 29, not coal tar products.
If in mixtures or preparations not predominantly aromatic
Chemical preparations lacking coal tar distillate character fall under Chapter 38 as prepared binders.
If acyclic, not heterocyclic
Only cyclic aromatic compounds from coal tar stay in 2707; acyclic go to Chapter 29.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity and aromatic content exceeds non-aromatic per HTS Chapter 27 notes to avoid reclassification
• Provide Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting coal tar derivation and picoline composition for CBP entry
Related Products under HTS 2707.99.20.00
4-Picoline (Gamma-Picoline)
4-Picoline is a coal tar distillate picoline featuring a methyl group at the 4-position of pyridine, with aromatic constituents dominant. It qualifies for HTS 2707.99.20.00 as a specified 'other' product from high temperature coal tar. Utilized in agrochemical production and as a solvent.
3-Picoline (Beta-Picoline)
3-Picoline, or beta-picoline, is a methylpyridine isomer obtained from coal tar distillation with aromatic components outweighing non-aromatic ones. Classified under HTS 2707.99.20.00 due to its status as a picoline from high temperature coal tar processing. Key raw material for herbicides and pharmaceuticals.
Picoline Mixture (Mixed Isomers)
Commercial picoline mixture containing 2-, 3-, and 4-picoline isomers from coal tar rectification where aromatics exceed non-aromatics by weight. Falls under HTS 2707.99.20.00 as explicitly named 'picolines' in the tariff. Used in fine chemical manufacturing.
Technical Grade 2-Methylpyridine (Picoline)
Technical grade 2-methylpyridine, known as 2-picoline, sourced from high temperature coal tar with dominant aromatic profile. HTS 2707.99.20.00 applies to this unrefined distillate form used industrially. Essential for synthesis of antiviral drugs and pesticides.