Thiodicarb Technical from Mexico
Thiodicarb is an aromatic heterocyclic insecticide with oxygen and sulfur hetero-atoms, metabolized to methomyl in plants, used on cotton and vegetables. Although containing sulfur, classified under HTS 2932.99.21.00 as primary oxygen-heterocycle pesticide per chapter note precedence. 95% technical grade imported for Larvin insecticide production.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Dual classification risk - provide structural analysis confirming oxygen as principal function
• Restricted use pesticide - state registration certificates required
• Import under TSCA if used as chemical intermediate rather than pesticide