Phenylacetonitrile (Benzyl Cyanide) from Germany
Phenylacetonitrile (C6H5CH2CN) serves as precursor for phenylacetic acid, amphetamines, and fragrances. Classifies under HTS 2926.90.5050 as aromatic nitrile-function compound, separate organic per Chapter 29. DEA watches closely due to controlled substance potential.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Mandatory DEA import permit for List I chemicals; end-user statements required
• Purity >98% via GC-MS to prevent 3824 mixtures classification
• Declare Watch List status on CBP 7501