Benzonitrile from Germany
Benzonitrile is a simple aromatic nitrile-function compound (C6H5CN) used as a solvent and chemical intermediate in pharmaceutical and pesticide synthesis. It falls under HTS 2926.90.4801 as an aromatic nitrile-function compound not specifically provided for elsewhere in the heading. This classification aligns with Chapter 29 notes for separate chemically defined organic compounds containing the nitrile group.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
6.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify purity certificates as impurities may affect classification; ensure proper chemical safety data sheets (SDS) for hazardous material declaration; avoid misclassification as a solvent mixture under Chapter 38