Mecoprop-p (2-(4-chloro-2-methylphenoxy)propanoic acid) from China
Mecoprop-p is a chiral aromatic herbicide, a phenoxypropionic acid derivative used for selective control of broadleaf weeds in turf and cereals. Classified under HTS 2918.99.2050 due to its aromatic structure, carboxylic acid with phenoxy oxygen function, and primary pesticide application. It meets Chapter 29 criteria as a separate chemically defined organic compound.
Duty Rate — China → United States
26.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Submit EPA Import Alert documentation and confirm enantiomeric purity if specified for the p-isomer
• Label shipments with UN number (2765 for phenoxy herbicides) and proper hazard class for DOT compliance
• Prevent reclassification pitfalls by including end-use statement affirming pesticide application