(R)-Haloxyfop-P-butyl Herbicidal Intermediate from Japan
This pure (R)-enantiomer of the named propanoate compound is imported as a key synthetic intermediate for enantiopure graminicide herbicides targeting ACCase inhibition in grasses. HTS 2933.99.0100 applies precisely to this chemically defined aromatic nitrogen-heterocyclic compound. Typically packaged in 200kg drums for industrial formulation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide MSDS and stability data for long-sea voyages; ensure child-resistant packaging if stabilizers added
• Common pitfall: misdeclaration as racemate leading to wrong HTS