Carbofuran from Canada
Carbofuran is an aromatic ether-derived carbamate insecticide used for controlling soil and foliar pests in crops like corn and rice. It falls under HTS 2909.30.30.00 as a pesticide classified among aromatic ether derivatives due to its chemical structure containing ether linkages in the aromatic system. This pure active ingredient is imported for formulation into agricultural sprays.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain EPA registration and provide pesticide import documentation including safety data sheets; ensure labeling meets FIFRA standards to avoid customs holds
• Verify purity certificates as impurities may affect classification
• Common pitfall: failing to declare as pesticide leads to misclassification under general chemical headings