Fluometuron Technical Grade 98% from Japan
Pure 1,1-Dimethyl-3-(α,α,α-trifluoro-m-tolyl)urea, known as Fluometuron, is a selective urea herbicide used primarily for pre-emergence and post-emergence control of broadleaf weeds in cotton crops. It falls under HTS 2924.21.08.00 as an aromatic ureine derivative specifically identified as a pesticide technical material. This chemically defined compound meets Chapter 29 note (a) for separate organic compounds.
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
• Obtain EPA registration and import approval prior to shipment as it's a pesticide; provide Certificate of Analysis confirming 98% purity and no impurities exceeding limits
• Ensure proper labeling with UN number for hazardous material transport
• Avoid misdeclaration as general urea to prevent reclassification