4-Cyanophenol

4-Cyanophenol is an aromatic nitrile-function compound featuring a benzene ring with both cyano (-CN) and hydroxy (-OH) groups. It falls under HTS 2926.90.43.00 as an aromatic nitrile 'other' compound listed in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, which specifies certain nitrile-function aromatics for tariff purposes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+25.0%31.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%—6.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%—6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%—6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%—6.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2907.29.90.00Lower: 30.5% vs 31.5%

If imported primarily as phenolic intermediate without emphasis on nitrile

Phenols with additional functions classified by oxygen-function heading occurring later in chapter.

2926.90.30.00Higher: 41.5% vs 31.5%

If not specifically listed in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI

Moves to general aromatic nitriles if excluded from note 3 special products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify chemical purity via Certificate of Analysis (CoA) to confirm classification as chemically defined compound under Chapter 29

• Include Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and proper UN shipping papers for hazardous material transport compliance

• Avoid misclassification as phenol derivative (2907) by documenting primary nitrile function