Atrazine Herbicide

Atrazine is a chlorinated triazine herbicide containing a pyrimidine-like heterocyclic nitrogen ring structure, used primarily for pre-emergent control of broadleaf and grassy weeds in corn and sorghum crops. It falls under HTS 2933.59.1000 as an aromatic heterocyclic compound classified as a herbicide. The technical grade powder or liquid formulation is imported for agricultural use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan6.5%β€”6.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3808.93.15.00Higher: 41.5% vs 6.5%

If formulated with adjuvants or carriers for retail application

Formulated herbicide mixtures with additives exceeding simple technical material fall under Chapter 38 pesticide preparations.

2933.39.21.00Same rate: 6.5%

If non-aromatic pyrimidine structure

Pyrimidine herbicides without aromatic modification classify under the non-aromatic subheading.

2903.69.90.00Lower: 3.7% vs 6.5%

If imported as chemical intermediate without pesticide labeling

Unlabeled technical material may classify as halogenated aromatic compound rather than finished herbicide.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify EPA registration number on labeling as required for all pesticide imports under FIFRA

β€’ Provide Certificate of Analysis confirming >95% purity and absence of restricted impurities

β€’ Avoid misclassification as fertilizer by ensuring product is labeled solely as herbicide

Related Products under HTS 2933.59.10.00

Simazine Weed Killer

Simazine is a selective triazine herbicide with a s-triazine (pyrimidine) ring used for controlling annual grasses and broadleaf weeds in crops like citrus and ornamentals. Classified under HTS 2933.59.1000 due to its aromatic heterocyclic structure and primary herbicide function. Commonly imported as 90% wettable powder or 4L flowable concentrate.

Terbacil Pre-Emergent Herbicide

Terbacil is a uracil-based herbicide with pyrimidine ring structure, used for pre-emergent weed control in sugarcane, strawberries, and alfalfa. Its aromatic heterocyclic nature and pesticide function place it in HTS 2933.59.1000. Typically imported as 80% wettable powder for agricultural application.

Bromacil Brush Killer

Bromacil, a uracil herbicide with pyrimidine heteroatoms, controls tough brush and weeds in non-crop areas and citrus groves. The aromatic modified structure qualifies for HTS 2933.59.1000 as a heterocyclic herbicide. Imported as 40% liquid concentrate or 80WP formulation.

Metribuzin Corn Herbicide

Metribuzin is an asymmetrical triazinone herbicide featuring pyrimidine ring with nitrogen heteroatoms, used for broadleaf weed control in soybeans, potatoes, and alfalfa. Its classification under HTS 2933.59.1000 reflects the aromatic heterocyclic pesticide structure. Common import form is 75% DF dispersible granules.

Hexazinone Total Vegetation Control

Hexazinone is a triazine herbicide with pyrimidine structure used for total vegetation control in industrial sites, rights-of-way, and forestry. The aromatic heterocyclic compound falls under HTS 2933.59.1000 for herbicide imports. Typically 90% technical liquid or 25% SL concentrate.

Prometon Granular Herbicide

Prometon is a triazine herbicide containing pyrimidine ring, applied as granules for pre-emergent weed control in non-crop land. Classified in HTS 2933.59.1000 as aromatic heterocyclic herbicide pesticide. Imported as 60% granular formulation.