O-Ethyl S-Methyl Phosphorodithioate

A phosphorus-based organo-sulfur compound serving as a key building block for certain insecticides. It features a phosphorus atom bonded solely to an ethyl group with dithioate sulfur linkages, classified under HTS 2930.90.43.20 for its pesticide applications. Meets chapter notes for separate chemically defined organic compounds with limited carbon attachment.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2930.90.29.00Lower: 31.5% vs 41.5%

If not specifically designated for pesticide use

Other organo-sulfur compounds excluding those explicitly for pesticides would use this earlier subheading.

2904Lower: 13.7% vs 41.5%

If for sulfonated or halogenated derivatives without pesticide intent

If derivatized further with halogens or sulfonation dominating, it may classify under earlier hydrocarbon derivatives.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 41.5%

If when imported as a chemical mixture or preparation

Mixtures not qualifying as pure compounds under chapter notes fall into Chapter 38 chemical preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include NMR or mass spectrometry data in documentation to confirm the phosphorus-ethyl bonding and absence of additional carbons

Comply with TSCA pre-manufacture notification if used in US chemical production beyond pesticide scope

Watch for reclassification risks if stabilizer additions render it suitable for non-general use per chapter note (g)