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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+10.0%10%
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Alternative Classifications

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

2933.59.95.00Lower: 6.5% vs 35%

If processed into hormone-related derivatives

Heading 2937 hormones or intermediates exclude from earlier nitrile headings; last numerical order rule applies per chapter notes.

2942.00Lower: 13.7% vs 35%

If for salts of this compound with inorganic bases

Inorganic salts of organic compounds classified with the organic component per note 3(C)(1), but if coordination compound, follows cleavage rules.

3822Lower: 10% vs 35%

If imported as diagnostic reagent solution

Chapter exclusions for immunological or prepared reagents shift to Chapter 38 if put up for specific lab use.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include DMF or CEP for FDA compliance on pharma intermediates; ensure GMP-certified origin with full impurity profile; avoid retail packaging to stay in Chapter 29

Related Products under HTS 2926.20.00.00

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.

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.

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.