Stabilized Hydrocyanic Acid for Fumigation (5% Solution) from Japan
Phosphine-stabilized 5% HCN aqueous solution packaged for agricultural fumigation of soil and structures. Falls under HTS 2811.12.00.00 as chemically defined hydrogen cyanide despite stabilization, as inorganic per Chapter 28 definitions. Supplied in 55-gallon drums for professional pest control.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Secure EPA pesticide import permit under FIFRA; verify stabilizer doesn't exceed 1% organic content
• Pitfall: incorrect declaration as pesticide leading to 3808 classification