2,6-Dichlorobenzonitrile Technical Grade 98%

Technical grade 2,6-dichlorobenzonitrile at 98% purity is an aromatic nitrile used in agrochemical production, with minor impurities not altering its chemical definition. Classified under HTS 2926.90.11.00 for its specific dichlorobenzonitrile structure among Chapter 29's separate organic compounds. Essential precursor for chlorothalonil fungicides.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2926.90.50Lower: 25% vs 35%

If non-aromatic isomer or alicyclic derivative

Aromatic specificity limits to .11; non-aromatic nitriles fall under .50 per heading structure.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 35%

If dissolved in solvent for safe transport

Chapter 29 note 29(e) allows solvent solutions only if solely for safety/transport, not specific use.

2903.99.80.01Lower: 15.5% vs 35%

If halogenated toluene precursor without nitrile function

Loss of nitrile group changes to halogenated hydrocarbons in earlier Chapter 29 heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide analytical COA showing ≤2% impurities to avoid 'other' category; declare as CORROSIVE SOLID, ACIDIC, ORGANIC, n.o.s. for DOT compliance

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