2926.90.50.50/Phenylacetonitrile (Benzyl Cyanide)/Mexico

Phenylacetonitrile (Benzyl Cyanide) from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

100%

Rate breakdown

9903.04.60100%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% 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)

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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