Chloropicrin Soil Fumigant Precursor from Japan
Industrial-grade chloropicrin used as precursor in soil fumigant blends, classified under HTS 2904.91.00.00 as trichloronitromethane per legal definition of nitrated/halogenated hydrocarbon derivatives. Supplied as stabilized liquid for chemical manufacturing.
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
• Provide end-use certificate specifying manufacturing vs. direct application to determine regulatory pathway
• Ensure DOT/UN packaging compliance (PG II liquid, corrosive) with dual hazard labeling (toxic/corrosive)
• Monitor REACH/ TSCA pre-manufacture notification requirements for US chemical import