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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%+37.5%44%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3808.93.15.00Same rate: 44%

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: 17.5% vs 44%

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.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

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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