Anhydrous Hydrogen Cyanide (Industrial Grade) from Canada
Pure anhydrous HCN liquid/gas for large-scale production of nylon precursors and pharmaceuticals, supplied in refrigerated tankers. It is explicitly covered by HTS 2811.12.00.00 as hydrogen cyanide, a key inorganic oxygen compound of nonmetals listed in Chapter Note 2(a). High purity (99.5%+) distinguishes it for chemical synthesis.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
14.2%
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
• File TSCA PMN if new chemical use; ensure cryogenic shipping containers meet UN 1051 standards
• Common pitfall: failing to declare toxicity class 1a leading to port refusal