Picloram (4-amino-3,5,6-trichloro-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid) from China
Picloram is a systemic broad-spectrum herbicide with aromatic pyridine structure and nitrile-function characteristics, effective against woody plants and perennial weeds. It qualifies for HTS 2926.90.25.00 as an 'other' aromatic pesticide herbicide, adhering to Chapter 29 rules for separate chemically defined compounds. Used in rangeland and forestry management.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Submit PPQ Form 587 for USDA APHIS clearance; verify ground water advisory status
• Include stability data for transport per Chapter 29 note (f)
• Watch for misdeclaration as fertilizer additive