Hydrocyanic Acid Aqueous Solution (10% HCN)

An aqueous solution of hydrogen cyanide stabilized at 10% concentration for safer handling in industrial fumigation and chemical processes. Classified under HTS 2811.12.00.00 as hydrocyanic acid, meeting the definition of chemically defined inorganic acids of nonmetals. The solution retains the chemical identity of HCN despite water dilution.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.2%+35.0%39.2%
🇲🇽Mexico4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇨🇦Canada4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇩🇪Germany4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇯🇵Japan4.2%+10.0%14.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2853.90.50.00Lower: 35% vs 39.2%

If complexed with ammonia or other inorganic bases

Ammonium cyanide or complex cyanides of inorganic bases are classified in 2853, not pure HCN per Chapter Note 2.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 39.2%

If for retail fumigant preparations with additives

Retail-packaged chemical preparations containing HCN fall under 3824 as mixtures, not pure acids.

3808.94.50Lower: 30% vs 39.2%

If specifically formulated and put up for pesticide use

Herbicides or disinfectants containing HCN as active ingredient shift to Chapter 38 for pesticide formulations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Classify as UN 1051 hazardous liquid with proper IMDG packaging group I certification

Include analytical certificates verifying HCN concentration below 20% for solution handling

Watch for misclassification as mixtures under 3824 due to stabilizers

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Hydrogen Cyanide Gas (99% Purity)

Hydrogen cyanide (HCN) is a highly toxic, colorless gas or volatile liquid used primarily in chemical synthesis for producing adiponitrile and methionine. It falls under HTS 2811.12.00.00 as it is explicitly listed as hydrocyanic acid, a simple cyanogen acid per Chapter 28 Note 2(a). This chemically defined inorganic compound is supplied in pressurized cylinders for industrial applications.

Anhydrous Hydrogen Cyanide (Industrial Grade)

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.

Stabilized Hydrocyanic Acid for Fumigation (5% Solution)

Phosphine-stabilized 5% HCN aqueous solution packaged for agricultural fumigation of soil and structures. Falls under HTS 2811.12.00.00 as chemically defined hydrogen cyanide despite stabilization, as inorganic per Chapter 28 definitions. Supplied in 55-gallon drums for professional pest control.

High-Purity HCN for Adiponitrile Production

Ultra-pure hydrogen cyanide (99.9%) distilled for electrohydrodimerization to adiponitrile in nylon-6,6 manufacturing. Classified precisely under HTS 2811.12.00.00 as the simple cyanogen acid HCN per Chapter Note 2(a). Delivered via insulated stainless steel tankers.

HCN Laboratory Reagent Grade

Small-quantity reagent grade hydrogen cyanide in stabilized ampoules for analytical chemistry and organic synthesis research. HTS 2811.12.00.00 applies as chemically defined hydrocyanic acid for lab use. Packaged under 1 liter per UN-approved container.