Terbufos 20G Granular Insecticide

Terbufos 20G is a granular soil insecticide containing 20% terbufos as the active ingredient, used primarily for controlling corn rootworms and wireworms in cornfields. This product falls under HTS 2930.90.43.30 as it is the specific organo-sulfur compound terbufos (ISO), classified as a pesticide technical material or formulation meeting chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined compounds.

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.

3808.91Lower: 15% vs 41.5%

If formulated as a pesticide product exceeding 95% purity threshold or containing additional inert ingredients

Finished pesticide formulations like granules or liquids with terbufos as active ingredient but including stabilizers or carriers are classified in Chapter 38 as insecticides rather than pure chemical compounds.

2930.90.29.00Lower: 31.5% vs 41.5%

If imported as technical grade terbufos without ISO specification or as a different organo-sulfur pesticide

Other organo-sulfur pesticide compounds not specifically enumerated like terbufos fall under the broader 'other pesticides' subheading within the same organo-sulfur compounds heading.

2930.90Same rate: 41.5%

If containing added anti-dusting agents or stabilizers that change its primary chemical identity per chapter notes

Additions beyond simple stabilizers that render it suitable for specific transport rather than general chemical use may push classification to other organo-sulfur compounds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain EPA registration and import approval prior to shipment, as terbufos is a restricted use pesticide requiring specific labeling and safety data

Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming ≥95% purity for terbufos content to avoid reclassification as a mixture

Include proper UN hazardous materials declaration (Class 6.1 toxic substance) and ensure packaging meets DOT/IMDG transport regulations