Lethal Ovitox Thiocyanate Insecticide from Mexico
Lethal Ovitox is a thiocyanate-based pesticide containing 2-(octylthio)ethanol used for controlling mosquito larvae in stagnant water. It falls under HTS 2930.90.30.00 as a thiocyanate organo-sulfur compound specifically formulated as a pesticide. The active ingredient disrupts insect nervous systems through contact action.
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
• Obtain EPA pesticide registration and provide product label with active ingredient concentration for customs clearance
• Include Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) detailing thiocyanate toxicity and environmental hazard classifications
• Verify FIFRA compliance; unregistered pesticides face seizure at port