o-Chlorobenzonitrile

o-Chlorobenzonitrile is a chemically defined aromatic nitrile-function compound featuring a chlorine substituent ortho to the cyano group on the benzene ring. It falls under HTS 2926.90.17.00 as a specific aromatic nitrile per Chapter 29 notes for separate organic compounds. Primarily used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2926.90.30.00Same rate: 41.5%

If imported as mixture with impurities exceeding typical thresholds

Chapter 29 note (a) allows impure compounds here, but pure o-Chlorobenzonitrile specifies 2926.90.17.00; mixtures shift to 'other' aromatic nitriles.

2903.69Lower: 13.7% vs 41.5%

If classified primarily by halogenated aromatic hydrocarbon structure

Halogenated derivatives may fall under Chapter 29 heading 2903 if not emphasizing nitrile function, per notes on compound derivatives.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 41.5%

If dissolved in solvent for transport safety

Chapter 29 note (e) covers solvent solutions only if solely for safety/transport and not for specific use; otherwise, mixtures go to Chapter 38.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify purity certificate (≥98%) to confirm chemical identity and avoid misclassification; ensure SDS includes GHS hazard labeling for transport

Common pitfall: improper stabilizer declaration if added for safety per Chapter 29 note (f)