Succinonitrile from China
Succinonitrile (NC-CH2-CH2-CN) is a linear dinitrile used in battery electrolytes and nylon precursors. Classifies HTS 2926.90.5050 as other nitrile-function compound per Chapter 29, despite dual nitriles. Solid at room temperature, melts at 58°C.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
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
• Hygroscopic; declare moisture content <0.5%
• Melting point certificate confirms identity
• Lithium battery end-use may trigger special handling