Methacrylonitrile from Germany
Methacrylonitrile (CH2=C(CH3)CN) is an alpha,beta-unsaturated nitrile copolymer used in specialty polymers and adhesives. Falls under HTS 2926.90.5050 as other nitrile-function compound in Chapter 29. More reactive than acrylonitrile due to methyl substitution.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• MEHQ stabilizer levels must be documented; polymerization hazard
• Refractive index 1.469 confirms identity vs acrylonitrile
• Flammable liquid Class 3, Packing Group II required