The tariff classification of 5-Amino-2-cyanobenzotrifluoride, CAS # 654-70-6, imported in bulk form, from China

NY K80161 November 10, 2003 CLA-2-29:RR:NC:2:240 K80161 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 2926.90.4300 Mr. Joseph J. Chivini Austin Chemical Company, Inc. 1565 Barclay Boulevard Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089 RE: The tariff classification of 5-Amino-2-cyanobenzotrifluoride, CAS # 654-70-6, imported in bulk form, from China Dear Mr. Chivini: In your letter dated October 15, 2003 you requested a tariff classification ruling. The subject product, 5-Amino-2-cyanobenzotrifluoride, also known as 4-Amino-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile, is an aromatic nitrile-function compound indicated for use as a pharmaceutical intermediate. The applicable subheading for 5-Amino-2-cyanobenzotrifluoride will be 2926.90.4300, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for Nitrile-function compounds: Other: Aromatic: Other: Other: Products described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI….. The rate of duty will be 7.2 percent ad valorem. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist Stephanie Joseph at 646-733-3268. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division