Valeronitrile (Pentanenitrile) from Germany
Pentanenitrile (CH3(CH2)3CN) is a straight-chain aliphatic nitrile used in lubricant additives and organic synthesis. HTS 2926.90.5050 covers this other nitrile-function compound as chemically defined organic in Chapter 29. Boiling point around 141°C makes it useful as high-temp solvent.
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
• Flash point documentation critical for IMDG Class 3 flammable liquids
• Chain length verification prevents confusion with butanenitrile (2926.20)
• Bulk imports need anti-dusting agents declared per note (g)