Anhydrous Hydrogen Cyanide (Industrial Grade) from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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