2-Methoxybenzonitrile from Canada
2-Methoxybenzonitrile, also known as o-anisonitrile, is an aromatic ether-nitrile used in fragrance and pharmaceutical synthesis. It falls under HTS 2926.90.4801 as an other aromatic nitrile-function compound, consistent with Chapter 29 classification prioritizing the nitrile group in numerical order.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Confirm methoxy group doesn't qualify as primary oxygen function per Chapter notes; provide batch certificates of analysis; store away from strong acids to prevent hydrolysis