Pirimiphos-Methyl 48% EC Stored Grain Protectant
Pirimiphos-Methyl 48% EC Stored Grain Protectant is an emulsifiable concentrate containing 48% pirimiphos-methyl, an insecticide listed in Subheading Note 2 to Chapter 38. It is packaged in 5 kg drums for retail sale to farms, protecting stored grain from insect infestation. This product falls under tariff item 3808.62.20 because it is in bulk packages with a gross weight exceeding 1.36 kg each.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If packages weigh 1.36 kg or less each
This sibling item covers the same product in smaller retail packages, with a different duty rate.
If the product is not put up for retail sale
Insecticides not in retail packings or as preparations may be classified under this heading for other insecticides.
If the product contains substances listed in Subheading Note 1
Goods with certain hazardous substances are classified under subheadings 3808.52 or 3808.59 instead.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product's gross weight per package exceeds 1.36 kg to qualify for this tariff item; otherwise, it may fall under 3808.62.10
• Verify that pirimiphos-methyl is registered under the Pest Control Products Act with the Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) before import
• Declare the exact concentration and package weight on the CBSA customs declaration to avoid classification disputes