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U.S. imports of alpha-phenylacetoacetonitrile (apaan) (HS 292640) totaled $6K in July 2026, traded with 1 country.
Alpha-Phenylacetoacetonitrile (APAAN) imports of $6K in July 2026 ran 184% above the year-to-date monthly average of $2K.
Last updated: July 2026 dataAlpha-phenylacetoacetonitrile (APAAN) is an internationally controlled precursor chemical used in the illicit synthesis of amphetamine-type stimulants, and its import into the United States is subject to DEA pre-import notification and permit requirements under the Controlled Substances Act. Classified under a single 10-digit line (2926400000), APAAN is monitored by the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB) under the UN Convention Against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs, and many jurisdictions require export certificates from the country of origin. Importers with a legitimate industrial need — such as pharmaceutical research — must demonstrate end-use compliance and maintain detailed records for DEA inspection.
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APAAN is listed as a Table I precursor under the 1988 UN Drug Convention because it can be readily converted to phenylacetone (BMK), a direct precursor to amphetamine and methamphetamine. This places it under INCB monitoring, requiring both an export authorization from the shipping country and a DEA import permit in the US. Shipments lacking these documents will be detained and referred to DEA.
DEA regulations require importers of listed precursor chemicals to maintain transaction records — including supplier identity, quantity, end-use declaration, and DEA permit numbers — for a minimum of two years and to make them available for DEA inspection on request. Any diversion or loss in transit must be reported to DEA immediately.
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$6KYoY · Pro
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$0YoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProFewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade above $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · July 2026
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the effective duty rate is 6.50%.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2926400000 | Alpha-Phenylacetoacetonitrile | $6K | 6.50% | 100.00% | $364 |
Subheading 3 of 5 in heading 2926
Subheading 292640 · $6K of $19.9M