Lindane Stabilized for Transport from China
Lindane powder with added stabilizer for safe transport, remaining a chemically defined HCH compound. HTS 2903.81.00.00 applies per chapter note (f) allowing stabilizers necessary for preservation/transport without changing classification. Used in industrial pesticide synthesis.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document stabilizer type/concentration (<1% typical) to qualify under chapter note (f)
• Provide stability test data showing necessity for transport; excess additives risk Chapter 38
• Label as 'chemical intermediate, not for direct application' to avoid pesticide scrutiny