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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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