Ammonium Thiocyanate

Ammonium thiocyanate is widely used in fertilizers, photography, and corrosion inhibition. Falls under HTS 2842.90.9050 as an ammonium salt of thiocyanic acid, with headings 2826-2842 applying to ammonium salts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.3%+35.0%38.3%
🇲🇽Mexico3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇨🇦Canada3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇩🇪Germany3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇯🇵Japan3.3%+10.0%13.3%

Alternative Classifications

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

3102.30.00.00Lower: 25% vs 38.3%

If mixed with nitrogen fertilizers

Ammonium nitrate mixtures classified as fertilizers in 3102, per Chapter 31 exclusions.

2837.20Lower: 11.7% vs 38.3%

If complex cyanide

Complex cyanides of ammonium go to 2837, distinct from thiocyanates.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test for ammonia content to confirm ammonium salt status vs. free acid

Label as corrosive material per DOT regulations

Monitor for fertilizer admixture that could shift to Chapter 31

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