2-(2-Methyl-4-chlorophenoxy)propanoic Acid Technical

This is the IUPAC name for 2-Methyl-4-chlorophenoxyacetic acid (Mecoprop), a chlorinated aromatic carboxylic acid with oxygen function listed specifically under HTS 2918.99.2015 for pesticides. It functions as a growth regulator herbicide for controlling thistles and docks in agriculture.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+17.5%24%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 24%

If when imported as part of chemical mixtures or solutions

Prepared binders or chemical preparations containing this acid for non-pesticide uses fall under Chapter 38 residuals.

2918.99.30.00Lower: 6.5% vs 24%

If other pesticide-use aromatic acids

Similar chlorinated phenoxy acids like 2,4-D have separate statistical suffixes within the same heading.

3105.30.00.00Higher: 25% vs 24%

If diammonium salts of this acid for fertilizer use

Salts of organic acids used as fertilizers are classified under Chapter 31 mineral/chemical fertilizers.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide GC-MS analysis confirming >95% purity and correct isomer ratio; register with EPA's Pesticide Division before importation; use UN-approved packaging for corrosive liquids