o-Xylene for Pesticide Intermediate from Japan
Refined o-xylene serving as precursor for o-xylenol in pesticide synthesis, under HTS 2902.41.00.00 as defined organic compound. Purity ensures classification before chemical transformation.
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
• Include EPA pre-manufacture notice if novel pesticide intermediate
• Segregate from agricultural chemicals during customs inspection
• Verify FIFRA registration for downstream pesticide use