Ziram Fungicide from Mexico
Ziram is a dimethyl dithiocarbamate fungicide used primarily in agriculture for controlling fungal diseases on crops like fruits and vegetables. It falls under HTS 2930.20.90.50 as a dithiocarbamate compound, specifically zinc bis(dimethyldithiocarbamate), which is a separate chemically defined organo-sulfur compound per Chapter 29 notes. This classification applies to its pure chemical form or technical grade for formulation.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify purity and ensure certificate of analysis confirms dithiocarbamate structure to avoid reclassification under pesticide mixtures (3808)
• Include EPA registration details if formulated; pure chemical imports require chemical safety data sheets (MSDS)