Ethylenethiourea (ETU) Plant Growth Regulator
Ethylenethiourea (ETU) is a thiourea derivative used as a plant growth regulator, particularly to control sucker growth in tobacco. It promotes lateral branching and is applied in agricultural settings. As a separate chemically defined organo-sulphur compound, it falls under tariff item 2930.90.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | Free | β | Free |
| π²π½Mexico | Free | β | Free |
| πΊπΈUnited States | Free | β | Free |
| π©πͺGermany | Free | β | Free |
| π―π΅Japan | Free | β | Free |
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Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients Β· May be required
May require HC Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients depending on intended use (HC13) and Canadian product category (HC01). Matching criteria: Starts With 2930. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the compound contains a heterocyclic ring with nitrogen and sulphur atoms
Heterocyclic compounds with sulphur atoms are classified in heading 29.34.
If formulated for retail sale as a plant growth regulator
Retail-packaged plant growth regulators fall under heading 38.08.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Confirm that the product is registered as a plant growth regulator under the Pest Control Products Act
β’ Include the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) with shipping documents
β’ Check if the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) requires additional permits for agricultural chemicals
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