Dicofol Technical Grade 98% from Japan
Dicofol Technical Grade 98% is a high-purity formulation of 1,1-Bis(4-chlorophenyl)-2,2,2-trichloroethanol, a chlorinated aromatic alcohol used primarily as an acaricide in agriculture. It falls under HTS 2906.29.30.00 as a specifically named cyclic halogenated aromatic alcohol. This product is supplied as beige powder or flakes for formulation into pesticides.
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
• EPA registration and prior import notice required for all pesticide active ingredients under FIFRA
• Provide detailed chemical analysis certificate confirming ≥98% purity to avoid reclassification
• Ensure proper UN hazmat declaration (toxic substance) and avoid common pitfalls like missing TSCA notifications