Benzonitrile from China

Benzonitrile (C6H5CN) is an aromatic nitrile serving as a solvent and chemical intermediate for pharmaceuticals, dyes, and rubber additives. It qualifies for HTS 2926.90.50 as a nitrile-function compound not enumerated elsewhere in the heading. The compound is a clear, colorless liquid with almond-like odor.

Duty Rate — China → United States

25%

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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Include GC-MS analysis confirming >99% purity to avoid mixture classification; Label with GHS pictograms for acute toxicity Category 4; Declare proper shipping name 'Benzonitrile' for IMDG compliance