Chlordecone Contaminated Process Material
A chemical preparation contaminated with chlordecone (ISO, kepone), a banned cyclodiene insecticide, from legacy production sites. This product falls under tariff item 3824.84.00 as it contains chlordecone, explicitly listed in Subheading Note 3 to Chapter 38.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the material is considered waste from chemical or allied industries
Waste not elsewhere specified falls under heading 38.25.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the material is not classifiable as waste under heading 38.25; if it is waste, different rules apply
• Obtain any necessary permits under Canada's Persistent Organic Pollutants Regulations before shipping
• Clearly label the product with its chlordecone content for customs declaration
Related Products under Tariff item 3824.84.00
Chlordane Contaminated Solvent Blend
An industrial solvent mixture contaminated with chlordane (ISO), a chlorinated insecticide, arising from pesticide manufacturing cleanup operations. This preparation is classified under tariff item 3824.84.00 because it contains chlordane, one of the substances specifically listed in Subheading Note 3 to Chapter 38.
DDT Waste Mixture
A hazardous waste preparation containing DDT (1,1,1-trichloro-2,2-bis(p-chlorophenyl)ethane) as the primary persistent organic pollutant, mixed with solvents and stabilizers from pesticide production. This product is classified under tariff item 3824.84.00 because DDT is one of the substances named in Subheading Note 3 to Chapter 38.
Dieldrin Contaminated Industrial Mixture
A chemical preparation from dieldrin (ISO, INN) manufacturing waste, containing the cyclodiene insecticide in emulsifiable concentrate form. This product meets the criteria for tariff item 3824.84.00 as a mixture with dieldrin, one of the designated substances in Subheading Note 3.
Endosulfan Production Residue
A residue mixture from endosulfan (ISO) synthesis containing the pesticide along with reaction byproducts and carriers. This preparation is specifically covered by tariff item 3824.84.00 as it includes endosulfan, one of the substances listed in Subheading Note 3 to Chapter 38.
Endrin Manufacturing Byproduct Mixture
A byproduct stream from endrin (ISO) synthesis containing the organochlorine pesticide with purification solvents. This product is classified under tariff item 3824.84.00 as it contains endrin, listed in Subheading Note 3 for persistent organic pollutants.
Heptachlor Cleanup Waste Preparation
A prepared waste from equipment decontamination containing heptachlor (ISO) dissolved in organic solvents. This product is classified in tariff item 3824.84.00 because it contains heptachlor, explicitly listed among the persistent organic pollutants in Subheading Note 3.