Ethofumesate Technical Grade
Ethofumesate, chemically 2-ethoxy-2,3-dihydro-3,3-dimethyl-5-benzofuranylmethanesulfonate, is a selective herbicide used for pre- and post-emergence control of grasses and broadleaf weeds in sugar beets and turf. It falls under HTS 2932.99.08.00 as an aromatic heterocyclic compound with oxygen hetero-atoms only, specifically classified as this pesticide due to its benzofuran structure.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If formulated as herbicide containing Ethofumesate
Formulated pesticide products with this active ingredient shift to Chapter 38 headings for preparations, not pure compounds.
If non-aromatic or different heterocyclic structure
Non-aromatic heterocyclic oxygen compounds fall under the residual 'other' subheading within the same heading.
If classified primarily by sulfonate function without heterocyclic emphasis
Sulfonated derivatives might be considered under earlier hydrocarbon derivative headings if heterocycle not principal characteristic.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain EPA registration and import permit for pesticides; ensure technical grade purity >95% with certificate of analysis
• Verify chemical identity via GC-MS to avoid misclassification
• Label containers with UN hazard codes for transport
Related Products under HTS 2932.99.08.00
Ethofumesate 480 EC Herbicide Active
This is the 480 g/L emulsifiable concentrate active ingredient form of 2-ethoxy-2,3-dihydro-3,3-dimethyl-5-benzofuranylmethanesulfonate, used in agricultural formulations for weed management. Classified under HTS 2932.99.08.00 as the specific named aromatic heterocyclic pesticide compound.
Nortron Herbicide Technical Powder
Nortron is the trade name for technical grade 2-ethoxy-2,3-dihydro-3,3-dimethyl-5-benzofuranylmethanesulfonate in powder form, a contact herbicide for sedge and grass control in beets. It matches HTS 2932.99.08.00 exactly as the specified aromatic oxygen-heterocyclic pesticide.
Ethofumesate 90% WDG Active Precursor
A 90% water-dispersible granule precursor of 2-ethoxy-2,3-dihydro-3,3-dimethyl-5-benzofuranylmethanesulfonate for formulating herbicides targeting annual grasses. HTS 2932.99.08.00 covers this pure compound as an aromatic heterocyclic pesticide per chapter notes.
Benzofuran Sulfonate Pesticide Standard
Analytical reference standard of 2-ethoxy-2,3-dihydro-3,3-dimethyl-5-benzofuranylmethanesulfonate at 99% purity for lab calibration in pesticide residue testing. Classified under HTS 2932.99.08.00 as the named aromatic heterocyclic oxygen compound used as pesticide.