Thiamethoxam Technical Pesticide from China
Thiamethoxam is a neonicotinoid insecticide containing a benzothiazole ring-system in its chemical structure, used for controlling piercing-sucking insects on crops. This technical grade product falls under HTS 2934.20.3500 as a pesticide derived from heterocyclic compounds with a benzothiazole ring. It is imported as the pure active ingredient for formulation into end-use products.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain EPA registration and import alerts prior to shipment; unregistered pesticides face immediate detention
• Provide detailed chemical composition and purity certificates to verify benzothiazole structure for classification
• Ensure proper labeling with UN hazard class for toxic substances to avoid customs delays