Propineb Contact Fungicide from Japan
Propineb is a polymeric zinc-containing aromatic organo-sulfur fungicide used on potatoes, tomatoes, and turf. Despite zinc presence, its primary classification is HTS 2930.90.1000 as an aromatic pesticide with sulfur directly linked to carbon atoms. Imported as technical material for agricultural use.
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
• Analyze zinc coordination; if ionic salt, may require reclassification under note 3(C)
• Provide fungicide mode-of-action data (multi-site protectant) for customs verification
• Ensure packaging prevents dust formation per Chapter 29 note 6(g) requirements