Trifluralin Technical Grade from Japan
Trifluralin, chemically N-Ethyl-N-(2-methyl-2-propenyl)-2,6-dinitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzenamine, is the pure active ingredient used in herbicide formulations. It falls under HTS 2921.43.22.00 as an aromatic monoamine derivative (toluidine derivative) per Chapter 29 notes for chemically defined organic compounds. Primarily employed to inhibit root growth in pre-emergent weed control.
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 purity certificate (typically >95%) to confirm technical grade classification; obtain EPA registration for pesticide import; ensure proper UN-approved packaging for hazardous nitro compounds to avoid transport delays