Chlordane Technical 70% from Mexico
Chlordane is a chlorinated cyclodiene insecticide derived from benzene via Diels-Alder reaction with chloroprene. Classified under HTS 2903.89.11.00 as pesticide halogenated cyclanic hydrocarbon from aromatics. 70% technical for termite control.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Stockholm POPs Convention severely restricts import; obtain special waivers
• GLC analysis required to confirm alpha/beta chlordane isomer ratios
• Highly toxic; ensure UN dangerous goods shipping papers class 6.1