p-Toluonitrile (4-Methylbenzonitrile) from China
p-Toluonitrile, or 4-methylbenzonitrile, is an alkyl-substituted aromatic nitrile used in pesticide and dye synthesis. It is properly classified under HTS 2926.90.4801 as an 'Other' aromatic nitrile-function compound, following Chapter 29 rules for substituted derivatives.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• CAS registry verification essential; methyl group doesn't change aromatic nitrile heading; proper ventilation required during customs inspection