O,O-Dimethyl S-Methyl Phosphorothioate from China

This is a specific organo-phosphorus compound used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of organophosphate pesticides. It contains a phosphorus atom bonded to one methyl group and no other carbon atoms, fitting precisely within HTS 2930.90.43.20 as an organo-sulfur pesticide compound. The thioate structure qualifies it under the organo-sulfur compounds heading.

Duty Rate — China → United States

41.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Provide detailed chemical composition certificates and purity analysis to verify the single methyl group on phosphorus for classification compliance

Obtain EPA registration documents if intended for pesticide use, as this affects import permits and labeling requirements

Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as a general solvent; ensure packaging indicates technical grade for industrial use