Clopyralid (3,6-Dichloro-2-pyridinecarboxylic Acid) from Japan
Clopyralid is a picolinic acid herbicide with pyridine ring, carboxylic acid, and additional oxygen potential via derivatives, but pure form fits. Under HTS 2918.99.20 as aromatic pesticide (pyridine considered aromatic). Controls thistles and composites.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify heterocyclic aromatic status; pyridinecarboxylic acids stay in 2918 per notes
• Include stability data if stabilizers added per note 7(f)