Phenyl Isothiocyanate

Phenyl isothiocyanate (C6H5NCS) contains a phenyl group attached to an isothiocyanate (-N=C=S) functionality, qualifying as an aromatic organo-sulfur compound. It imports under HTS 2930.90.2900 as 'Other' aromatic not specified elsewhere. Primarily used in analytical chemistry for derivatizing amines in HPLC.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina6.5%+25.0%31.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico6.5%โ€”6.5%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada6.5%โ€”6.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany6.5%โ€”6.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan6.5%โ€”6.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2929.90Lower: 16.5% vs 31.5%

If nitrogen function predominates

Isothiocyanates with prominent nitrogen functionality may classify under heading 2929 'Other nitrogen-function compounds' per chapter ordering.

2930.90Same rate: 31.5%

If non-aromatic analogs

Alkyl isothiocyanates fall under non-aromatic organo-sulfur in 2930.90.9000.

3204.19.40Lower: 16.5% vs 31.5%

If used as synthetic dye intermediate

Chapter exclusions send dye intermediates to Chapter 32 even if chemically qualifying for Chapter 29.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Include end-use statement specifying analytical reagent use to prevent reclassification as Chapter 38 laboratory reagents

โ€ข Provide toxicity data; highly lachrymatory and requires specific UN 2670 shipping classification

โ€ข Confirm >98% purity to qualify as chemically defined compound per chapter note (a)

Related Products under HTS 2930.90.29.00

Thiophenol

Thiophenol is an aromatic organo-sulfur compound with the formula C6H5SH, featuring a phenyl ring directly bonded to a thiol group (-SH). It falls under HTS 2930.90.2900 as an aromatic organo-sulfur compound not specifically provided for elsewhere in heading 2930. This chemical is used in organic synthesis and as a reagent in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Diphenyl Sulfide

Diphenyl sulfide (C6H5)2S is a diaryl sulfide with two phenyl groups attached to a sulfur atom, a classic aromatic organo-sulfur compound. Classified in HTS 2930.90.2900 as 'Other' aromatic organo-sulfur not elsewhere specified in 2930. Used as a solvent, heat transfer fluid, and chemical intermediate.

Benzyl Mercaptan

Benzyl mercaptan (C6H5CH2SH) features a benzyl group (phenylmethyl) with thiol functionality, classified as aromatic organo-sulfur under HTS 2930.90.2900. The direct carbon-sulfur bond and aromatic ring qualify it per heading 2930 scope. Used in flavor/fragrance synthesis and polymer chemistry.

2-Naphthalenethiol

2-Naphthalenethiol (C10H7SH) is a bicyclic aromatic thiol with sulfur directly linked to the naphthalene ring carbon. Falls under HTS 2930.90.2900 as 'Other' aromatic organo-sulfur compounds. Employed in materials science for self-assembled monolayers and as synthetic intermediate.

Triphenyl Phosphine Sulfide

Triphenyl phosphine sulfide ((C6H5)3P=S) contains three aromatic phenyl groups with phosphorus-sulfur functionality, qualifying as aromatic organo-sulfur under HTS 2930.90.2900. Used as ligand in catalysis and polymer synthesis. Chapter notes confirm organo-sulfur with nonmetal directly linked to carbon.

4-Methylthiophenol

4-Methylthiophenol (p-tolyl mercaptan, CH3C6H4SH) is a substituted aromatic thiol with methyl group ortho/para to thiol functionality. Imports as HTS 2930.90.2900 'Other' aromatic organo-sulfur. Key intermediate for pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and antioxidants.