Nitromethane from Mexico
Nitromethane (CH3NO2) features a nitro group (-NO2) attached to methane but classified under HTS 2929.90.50.95 per chapter note excluding nitro groups from heading 2929 definition for nitrogen-functions. Used in fuels and explosives.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• UN 1268 flammable liquid; ATF permit may be required for explosive precursor status
• Purity >99% required for Chapter 29; technical grades go to 3824
• Distinguish from nitrobenzene (2904.20) by aliphatic vs aromatic nature