Dicyandiamide Curing Agent DCDA

DCDA (dicyandiamide) curing agent is a latent hardener for thermoset polymers like epoxies, falling under HTS 2926.20.00.00 as a pure nitrile-function compound per chapter definitions. It remains classifiable here even with minor stabilizers for transport.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
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Alternative Classifications

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

2912.19.50.00Lower: 30.5% vs 35%

If esterified with organic acids from earlier subchapters

Esters classified with the later subchapter compound per note 3(A), potentially shifting from nitrile if acid function dominates.

3907.30.00.00Higher: 41.1% vs 35%

If when reacted into epoxy resin pre-polymer

Finished polymers from Chapter 29 intermediates move to Chapter 39; state of completion changes classification.

2835.29Lower: 14.1% vs 35%

If for phosphinates or similar if misidentified as inorganic

Organo-inorganic confusion, but heading 2931 excludes sulfonated/halogenated; pure dicyandiamide stays organic nitrile.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Label with GHS pictograms for skin irritant hazards; provide end-use statement for composites to expedite CBP review; test for free cyanide content under 10 ppm

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Dicyandiamide (1-Cyanoguanamide)

Dicyandiamide, also known as 1-cyanoguanidine, is a white crystalline powder classified under HTS 2926.20.00.00 as a nitrile-function compound due to its cyano group (-C≔N) attached to the guanidine structure. It serves as a key intermediate in organic synthesis for epoxy resins and pharmaceuticals.

Industrial Grade Dicyandiamide Powder

Industrial grade dicyandiamide is a high-purity (99.5%) white powder used as a curing agent for epoxy resins, classified under HTS 2926.20.00.00 for its nitrile-function structure. It meets chapter notes as a separate chemically defined organic compound without disqualifying additions.

Pharma Grade 1-Cyanoguanidine

Pharmaceutical grade 1-cyanoguanidine (USP/EP compliant) is a nitrile-function compound under HTS 2926.20.00.00, used as an intermediate in synthesizing antiviral and antidiabetic drugs. Its classification adheres to chapter note (a) as a separate chemically defined compound.

Technical Dicyandiamide Flakes

Technical grade dicyandiamide in flake form is used in water treatment as a precipitant, classified under HTS 2926.20.00.00 for its 1-cyanoguanidine chemical structure. It qualifies under chapter note (f) if minor anti-caking agents are added solely for transport.

High-Purity Dicyandiamide 99.9%

High-purity 99.9% dicyandiamide is a specialty chemical for flame-retardant formulations, under HTS 2926.20.00.00 as a nitrile-function organic compound. Its classification follows chapter note (a) without impurities affecting heading.