Chlorobenzothiazole Herbicide from Japan
2-Chlorobenzothiazole functions as a herbicide and plant growth regulator with the defining benzothiazole ring-system. Imported under HTS 2934.20.3500 for agricultural weed control applications. Selective activity against broadleaf weeds in cereals.
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 field trial data demonstrating herbicidal efficacy for EPA review
• Declare chlorine substitution position (ortho/para) for structural verification
• Monitor drift potential data for application restrictions