CIPC (Chlorpropham) Isopropyl-N-(3-Chlorophenyl) Carbamate from Japan
CIPC, or Isopropyl-N-(3-chlorophenyl) carbamate (Chlorpropham), is an aromatic cyclic carbamate herbicide and sprout suppressant used on potatoes and other stored crops to inhibit germination. It is explicitly listed under HTS 2924.29.43.00 as a pesticide within the carboxyamide-function compounds of carbonic acid. This product is the technical active ingredient imported in pure form for industrial pesticide formulation.
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
• Comply with FIFRA import requirements and EPA prior notice; include certificate of analysis confirming chemical identity
• Avoid packaging that suggests retail sale to prevent shift to Chapter 38
• Check for anti-dumping duties on certain carbamate pesticides