Mesotrione (2-(4-(methylsulfonyl)-2-nitrobenzoyl)-1,3-cyclohexanedione) from Japan
Mesotrione is a triketone herbicide with aromatic benzoyl structure and nitrile-function groups, bleaching weeds in corn crops via HPPD inhibition. Fits HTS 2926.90.25.00 as other aromatic pesticide herbicide under Chapter 29 for chemically defined compounds. Synthetic mimic of natural leptospermone.
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
• Light-sensitive; specify opaque packaging
• Provide UV stability data
• Confirm no formulation solvents per Chapter 29 note (e)