3-Picoline (3-Methylpyridine) from Canada
3-Picoline is a colorless liquid with a pyridine ring substituted by a methyl group at the 3-position, used in vitamin B6 synthesis. Classified under HTS 2933.39.10.00 as a picoline per Chapter 29 notes for unfused pyridine ring compounds. Key intermediate for pharmaceuticals and resins.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.60100%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include GC-MS analysis reports to distinguish from 2-/4-picoline isomers during customs examination
• Use stainless steel drums with nitrogen blanketing to prevent oxidation; declare flash point (63°C)