Zinc Phosphide from Germany
Zinc phosphide is a dark gray powder phosphide compound employed as a rodenticide for controlling rodents in agricultural and urban settings. Classified in HTS 2853.90.50.00 as a phosphide of other metals, it generates toxic phosphine gas upon contact with stomach acid. This makes it effective for pest control applications.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Secure FIFRA/EPA pesticide import permit; ensure child-resistant packaging and warning labels
• Provide certificates of analysis confirming >55% zinc phosphide content to avoid mixture classifications