Thiophanate-Methyl Fungicide from Japan
Thiophanate-methyl is a systemic benzimidazole fungicide with nitrile functionality, used on turf, fruits, and vegetables to control diseases like anthracnose. Classified under HTS 2926.90.21.00 for its aromatic nitrile structure as a pesticide fungicide per Chapter 29 notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain EPA import alerts clearance; declare exact purity levels to prevent reclassification
• Pitfall: bulk shipments without stabilizer may violate Chapter 29 note (f)