Malononitrile from China

Malononitrile (NC-CH2-CN) is a dicyano-substituted organic compound classified under HTS 2926.90.50.10 as a nitrile-function compound due to its two cyano groups directly attached to carbon. It is a colorless liquid used primarily as a chemical intermediate in organic synthesis.

Duty Rate — China → United States

25%

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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Provide chemical analysis certificates confirming ≥98% purity to verify classification under 2926.90.50.10 rather than mixtures

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) documenting hazardous properties (toxic, flammable) for proper DOT and customs handling

Ensure packaging complies with UN standards for toxic liquids; avoid retail packaging that might shift to Chapter 38