Simazine from Canada
Simazine is a selective triazine herbicide with a pyrimidine ring, applied to control weeds in crops such as citrus, wine grapes, and turf. Classified under HTS 2933.59.1500 due to its aromatic heterocyclic nature as a 'pesticide, aromatic or modified aromatic.' This subheading captures such chlorinated s-triazine compounds used in agriculture.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6093.5%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Ensure shipment includes EPA Establishment Number and product label; use proper UN packaging for toxic solids
• Pitfall: Misdeclaring as non-pesticide chemical leads to penalties
• Confirm batch testing for compliance with tolerance levels