CLA-2-29:RR:NC:2:240 I89083
Mr. Joseph J. Chivini
Austin Chemical Company, Inc.
1565 Barclay Boulevard
Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089
RE: The tariff classification of N-Methylaminoacetonitrile hydrochloride, CAS # 25808-30-4, imported in bulk form, from India
Dear Mr. Chivini:
In your letter dated November 27, 2002, you requested a tariff classification ruling.
The subject product, N-Methylaminoacetonitrile hydrochloride, also known as Acetonitrile, (methylamino)-, monohydrochloride, is a nitrile function compound indicated for use as a pharmaceutical intermediate.
The applicable subheading for N-Methylaminoacetonitrile hydrochloride will be 2926.90.5050, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for Nitrile-function compounds: Other: Other….. Other….. The rate of duty will be free. The duty rate in 2003 will remain the same.
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