Scott's Turf Builder Triple Action Lawn Fertilizer
Scott's Turf Builder Triple Action is a granular fertilizer with an NPK ratio of 22-0-4, including weed and disease control agents, sold in retail bags. It falls under tariff item 3105.20.00 because it contains nitrogen, phosphorus (in trace amounts), and potassium, meeting the criteria for fertilizers with all three fertilizing elements. The retail bag packaging and the presence of all three elements, even with minimal phosphorus, classify it under this item.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fertilizer contains only nitrogen and potassium without any phosphorus
This heading covers other fertilizers with one or two fertilizing elements, so it applies if the phosphorus content is entirely absent.
If the product is primarily a pesticide or herbicide with fertilizer as an incidental component
Goods with a primary function of pest control may be classified under insecticides or similar products, despite containing fertilizing elements.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the phosphorus content is declared on the label, as trace amounts still qualify for this tariff item
• Ensure the product is not mixed with other substances that could change its classification, such as pesticides, which might fall under other headings
• Provide the CBSA with the product's NPK analysis and packaging details to avoid delays
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