Benzonitrile for Pesticide Synthesis from Mexico
Reagent-grade benzonitrile for synthesizing herbicides like ioxynil. Remains classified under HTS 2926.90.08.00 as the pure nitrile-function compound.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• EPA registration for pesticide intermediates; TSCA notification
• Pitfall: finished pesticide shifts to 3808