Fluometuron 98% Powder from Mexico
Fluometuron is a urea-based aromatic herbicide (cyclic amide derivative) for controlling broadleaf weeds in cotton and sugarcane. Classified under HTS 2924.21.1600 as an 'other' pesticide ureine, it is a chemically pure organic compound per Chapter 29 notes. Typically imported as high-purity technical material for downstream formulation.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6093.5%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Obtain FIFRA import permit and residue analysis certificates
• Avoid bulk packaging without stabilizers, as anti-caking agents are allowed only if for transport per Chapter notes
• Pitfall: contamination claims trigger quarantine