Fluometuron Stabilized Powder for Export from Japan
Fluometuron (1,1-Dimethyl-3-(α,α,α-trifluoro-m-tolyl)urea) with added stabilizer per Chapter 29 note (f), preventing degradation during long-distance transport for pesticide manufacturing. Specifically named under HTS 2924.21.08.00 as aromatic ureine pesticide. Stabilizer does not alter general-use suitability.
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
• Document stabilizer as <1% and necessary for preservation only; comply with TSCA for new chemical import if modified
• Use NA1993 for DOT shipping
• Pitfall: excess stabilizer triggers 3824 chemical mixture classification