Formic Acid for Beehive Treatment from Japan
75% formic acid strips for Varroa mite control in beekeeping, classifiable under HTS 2915.11.00.00 as diluted formic acid per chapter note (d). Applied via evaporation in hives as pesticide alternative.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Include EPA registration if pesticide claim made; bulk chemical import avoids 3808
• Validate wick/pad formulation doesn't constitute 'put up' retail packing