2,6-Dichlorobenzonitrile from China
2,6-Dichlorobenzonitrile is a specific aromatic nitrile-function compound featuring a benzene ring with chlorine atoms at the 2 and 6 positions and a cyano group. It falls under HTS 2926.90.11.00 as a dichlorobenzonitrile, classified among aromatic nitrile-function compounds per Chapter 29 notes for chemically defined organic compounds. Primarily used as an intermediate in synthesizing herbicides and pharmaceuticals.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify purity certificate (≥98%) to confirm classification as chemically defined compound; ensure SDS includes GHS hazard labels for UN 3261
• Avoid bulk packaging over 25kg without stabilizer to prevent reclassification under note 29(f)