Chlorobenzilate Technical Grade from Germany
Pure chlorobenzilate (ISO), a chlorinated carboxylic acid ester with alcohol function but no other oxygen functions, used as the active ingredient in acaricides. It falls under HTS 2918.18.00.00 as a chemically defined organic compound matching the specific description for chlorobenzilate. Typically supplied as white to off-white powder for formulation into pesticides.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify ISO name and purity certificate to confirm classification under 2918.18; ensure pesticide registration with EPA before import
• Common pitfall: mislabeling as general pesticide formulation shifts to Chapter 38