Isoquinoline

Isoquinoline is a heterocyclic aromatic organic compound with a benzene ring fused to a pyridine ring. It is imported under HTS 2934.99.90.01 as other heterocyclic compounds and used in alkaloid synthesis and as a corrosion inhibitor.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%6.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%6.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%6.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2933.39.61Same rate: 6.5%

If pyridine ring predominates in structural description

Unsubstituted pyridine compounds are specifically provided for in 2933.39.

2902.90.90Higher: 35% vs 6.5%

If purity <95% and considered aromatic hydrocarbon

Insufficient heteroatom character shifts classification to carbocyclic compounds.

3811.90.00Higher: 41.5% vs 6.5%

If when imported as formulated anti-corrosion additive

Antiknock preparations and additives containing Chapter 29 compounds go to heading 3811.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide flash point data (108°C) for proper IMDG Class 6.1 hazardous material declaration

Include end-use statement if for pharmaceutical synthesis to qualify for duty exemptions

Test for pyridine content impurities which could trigger different classification

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