Thiram Seed Treatment Fungicide from Japan
Thiram (tetramethylthiuram disulfide) is an aromatic dithiocarbamate organo-sulfur compound used as a seed protectant and soil fungicide. It qualifies for HTS 2930.90.1000 as a pesticide with sulfur-carbon bonds in its aromatic molecular structure per Chapter 29 notes. Commonly imported for treating corn, wheat, and vegetable seeds.
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
• Include seed treatment label claims and EPA product code in import documentation
• Test for heavy metal impurities as they affect organo-inorganic classification under heading 2931
• Declare as technical grade only; formulated seed dressings classify differently