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Paraquat Dichloride Herbicide Active Ingredient from China

Pure o-paraquat dichloride serving as the active ingredient in desiccant and defoliant herbicide applications. Classified under HTS 2933.39.23.00 due to its specific chemical structure as a pyridine herbicide dichloride. Critical for cotton harvest aid programs.

Duty Rate — China → United States

112.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.04.6093.5%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Register with USDA APHIS for agricultural pesticide imports

• Maintain chain of custody documentation from manufacturer to importer

• Test for heavy metal contaminants common in technical grade chemicals