Ziram Seed Protectant

Ziram (zinc dimethyldithiocarbamate) is an organo-sulfur fungicide applied to seeds and foliage for disease control in crops like potatoes and ornamentals. Classified under HTS 2930.90.43.90 as a pesticide organo-sulfur compound per Chapter 29 notes on sulfur directly linked to carbon.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina6.5%+35.0%41.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3808.92.50Lower: 40% vs 41.5%

If when imported as ready-to-use fungicide suspension

Technical grade vs formulated products separate pure compounds (Ch. 29) from preparations (Ch. 38).

2930.90Same rate: 41.5%

If classified as insecticide rather than fungicide

Statistical reporting suffixes distinguish pesticide end-uses within organo-sulfur category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Include Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and EPA Establishment Number; test for heavy metal content if zinc-based

โ€ข Ensure packaging prevents dust formation during transport, as required for dithiocarbamate stability