Clothianidin Insecticide Base from Japan
Clothianidin features a chlorothiazolyl-methyl structure, a nitrogen-heterocyclic insecticide under HTS 2933.99.17.01. Used in seed treatments and soil applications for corn and soybeans. Meets criteria as chemically defined aromatic heterocyclic compound per Chapter 29 notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.628.5%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% 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
• Include batch certificates showing >98% purity
• Use child-resistant packaging per EPA requirements
• Pre-notify CBP of high-value technical imports