Ethofenprox from Japan
Ethofenprox is a pyrethroid-like aromatic ether insecticide with low mammalian toxicity for public health use. Falls under HTS 2909.30.30.00 as defined pesticide ether derivative. Technical powder imported for aerosol and ULV formulations.
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
• Noisome odor requires ventilated containers; provide odor threshold data
• Vector control exemption may reduce bonding requirements
• Common issue: particle size specification affects dust explosion classification