HS 292119 Other

The MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rates for HS 2921.19 can vary significantly by importing country. For instance, the United States generally applies a 'Free' (0.00%) MFN duty rate for many products under this subheading, as per the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS). In contrast, the European Union's TARIC database might show an MFN duty rate of 6.50% ad valorem for certain entries within this code. Other countries could apply rates such as 6.00% or even 30.5% ad valorem, depending on their national tariff schedules. Importers should always consult the specific tariff schedule of the importing country (e.g., USITC HTSUS, EU TARIC, UK Trade Tariff) for the precise and current MFN duty rate.

Many preferential trade agreements offer duty-free treatment for products classified under HS 2921.19, provided the goods meet the respective rules of origin. For example, the United States grants 'Free' (0.00%) duty rates under agreements such as the US-Australia Free Trade Agreement (AU), US-Bahrain FTA (BH), US-Chile FTA (CL), US-Colombia TPA (CO), US-Israel FTA (IL), US-Jordan FTA (JO), US-Korea FTA (KR), US-Morocco FTA (MA), US-Oman FTA (OM), US-Panama TPA (PA), US-Peru TPA (PE), and US-Singapore FTA (SG). To claim these preferential rates, importers typically need to provide a valid Certificate of Origin or an origin declaration (e.g., a statement on the invoice) that explicitly confirms the goods originate in a qualifying country as per the agreement's rules. Specific documentation requirements should be verified with the customs authority of the importing country.

HS 2921.19 is the 'Other' subheading for acyclic monoamines and their derivatives, and salts thereof. The primary classification criteria hinge on the chemical structure: the product must be an organic chemical, specifically an acyclic monoamine or a derivative thereof, or a salt of such a compound. It is a residual subheading, meaning it covers compounds that do not fall under more specific subheadings within 2921.11 (e.g., Methylamine, diethylamine, triethylamine and their salts) or 2921.12 (e.g., Mono-, di- or trimethylamine hydrochloride). Importers and customs brokers must ensure the chemical name and CAS number precisely match the description, and that the compound does not possess additional functional groups that would place it in another chapter or a more specific heading within Chapter 29 (e.g., amino-alcohols in 2922, amino-acids in 2922, or cyclic amines in 2921.30 or higher). The WCO Explanatory Notes for Chapter 29 provide detailed guidance on the scope of these headings.

Beyond the standard commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading/air waybill, chemicals classified under HS 2921.19 may be subject to additional regulatory requirements depending on the specific chemical and the importing country. For instance, many countries require a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for chemical imports to ensure compliance with occupational safety and environmental regulations. Certain amines or their derivatives might be precursors for controlled substances or fall under specific chemical control regimes (e.g., CWC – Chemical Weapons Convention, or national drug precursor controls), necessitating import permits, end-use statements, or declarations to regulatory bodies. Importers should verify with the relevant national chemical control agencies (e.g., EPA in the US, ECHA in the EU) for any substance-specific registration, notification, or licensing requirements prior to importation.