Thiamethoxam Technical Powder from Mexico
Thiamethoxam is a neonicotinoid insecticide containing a pyrimidine ring structure, used in agricultural pest control. This technical-grade powder is imported for formulation into end-use pesticides and falls under HTS 2933.59.18.00 as a heterocyclic pyrimidine pesticide compound. It targets sucking insects like aphids and whiteflies on crops.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
110%
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
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain EPA registration and import alerts for pesticide active ingredients before shipment
• Provide detailed chemical purity certificates and stability data to avoid reclassification
• Ensure packaging complies with UN hazardous materials standards for technical powders