Alachlor Technical Grade Herbicide

Alachlor (ISO) is a chloroacetanilide herbicide classified under HTS 2924.25.00.00 as a specific cyclic amide-function compound of carbonic acid. It is used primarily for pre-emergent control of annual grasses and broadleaf weeds in crops like corn and soybeans.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3808.93.15.00Same rate: 41.5%

If formulated as a herbicide containing alachlor with additives

Formulated pesticide products with alachlor as active ingredient shift to Chapter 38 for herbicides, not pure chemical compounds.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 41.5%

If imported as a diluted solution for safety/transport

Per Chapter 29 note (e), solutions in solvents for transport may classify under mixtures if not purely the chemical compound.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify purity levels meet EPA specifications for pesticide import; obtain EPA registration number prior to entry

Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates to avoid misclassification as a mixture

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