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HCH Mixed Isomers Flake Form from Japan

1,2,3,4,5,6-Hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH) technical flakes containing mixed isomers including lindane, used for lindane extraction. Falls squarely under HTS 2903.81.00.00 as the specific named halogenated cyclanic hydrocarbon. Chapter notes confirm applicability to chemically defined compounds regardless of isomer mixture.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Submit isomer composition breakdown (lindane content typically 10-15%) with import docs

• Use DOT-approved flake packaging; avoid dust generation that could trigger anti-dusting agent reclassification

• Confirm not for direct pesticide use to maintain Chapter 29 classification