Fonofos Bulk Import for Insecticide Production from Germany
Bulk drums of O-Ethyl-S-phenylethylphosphono-thiolothionate (fonofos) with added anti-dusting agent for safe industrial transport, as a pure organo-sulfur pesticide. Covered by HTS 2930.90.4310 and chapter note (g) allowing identification aids without changing general use classification.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Use UN-approved packaging for toxic pesticides; include stabilizer composition per chapter notes
• Common issue: missing transport safety data, causing CBP holds