Dicofol 18.5% EC Emulsifiable Concentrate

Dicofol 18.5% EC is an emulsifiable concentrate formulation containing 1,1-Bis(4-chlorophenyl)-2,2,2-trichloroethanol as the active acaricidal ingredient dissolved in aromatic solvents. While primarily a pesticide, high dicofol content keeps it under the specific chemical naming of HTS 2906.29.30.00. Used for mite control on citrus and cotton crops.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3808.91Lower: 15% vs 35%

If active ingredient <10% or contains synergists like piperonyl butoxide

Lower concentration pesticide formulations classified as insecticides in Chapter 38.

2909.60Lower: 13.7% vs 35%

If alcohol function esterified to form dicofol acetate

Aromatic alcohol esters classified in later heading 2909 per Chapter Note 5(A).

2710.19.11Lower: 25% vs 35%

If solvent content >80% with dicofol as additive

Predominantly hydrocarbon solvent mixtures shift to Chapter 27 petroleum distillates.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Requires EPA Establishment Registration Number on label and FIFRA Section 17 import certification

Flash point testing mandatory for EC formulations; many shipments rejected for missing solvent composition

Storage temperature ≤30°C required; thermal decomposition common pitfall during ocean transit

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