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 Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | +25.0% | 31.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported primarily as phenolic intermediate without emphasis on nitrile
Phenols with additional functions classified by oxygen-function heading occurring later in chapter.
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
Related Products under HTS 2926.90.43.00
2-Cyanopyridine
2-Cyanopyridine is a heterocyclic aromatic nitrile with cyano group attached to pyridine ring. Classified under HTS 2926.90.43.00 as an 'other' aromatic nitrile product described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, distinguishing it from aliphatic nitriles.
3-Hydroxybenzonitrile
3-Hydroxybenzonitrile contains cyano and meta-hydroxy groups on benzene ring, qualifying as aromatic nitrile 'other' under HTS 2926.90.43.00 per additional U.S. note 3 to section VI.
4-Nitrobenzonitrile
4-Nitrobenzonitrile features nitro group para to cyano on benzene, classified as aromatic nitrile 'other' in HTS 2926.90.43.00 per U.S. note 3 products.
Cyanocobalamin Intermediates
Specific aromatic nitrile intermediates used in cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12) synthesis fall under HTS 2926.90.43.00 as note 3 products.
p-Toluenesulfonyl Cyanide
p-Toluenesulfonyl cyanide is an aromatic organo-sulfur nitrile compound listed in additional U.S. note 3, classified under HTS 2926.90.43.00.
Benzonitrile Sulfonic Acid
Benzonitrile sulfonic acid is an aromatic nitrile with sulfonic acid substituent on benzene ring. It qualifies for HTS 2926.90.43.00 as an 'other' aromatic nitrile per additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, maintaining nitrile as principal function.