Thiamethoxam Technical Pesticide from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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