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Potassium Cyanate from Germany

Potassium cyanate (KOCN) is a white crystalline compound used in organic synthesis and herbicide production. It is classified in HTS 2842.90.10.00 as a cyanate of an inorganic base, directly matching the heading description.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include structural analysis (e.g

• FTIR spectra) to distinguish from cyanides in 2837

• Handle as oxidizer; ensure UN-approved packaging for air/sea freight

• Register with EPA if destined for pesticide manufacturing