2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic Acid (2,4-D)

2,4-D is a synthetic auxin herbicide effective against broadleaf weeds in cereal crops and turfgrass. This aromatic compound with ether linkage qualifies as a herbicide under HTS 2934.99.1500 due to its heterocyclic characteristics. It's widely used in agriculture and right-of-way maintenance.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%6.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%6.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%6.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2918Higher: 14% vs 6.5%

If classified as carboxylic acid derivative

Phenoxyacetic acid structure may lead to classification under acid-function carboxylic compounds.

3808.94.10.00Higher: 31.5% vs 6.5%

If when imported as formulated 2,4-D amine salt herbicide

Commercial herbicide formulations containing 2,4-D salts are classified in heading 3808.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include detailed chemical analysis certificate confirming 2,4-D purity above 95%

Declare EPA Establishment Number if product was manufactured/packaged in USA facility

Avoid misclassification by providing structural formula showing aromatic heterocyclic nature

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Dicamba (3,6-dichloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid)

Dicamba is a benzoic acid herbicide used for broadleaf weed control in soybeans and cotton. Its aromatic structure with methoxy group qualifies it under HTS 2934.99.1500 as an aromatic heterocyclic herbicide. Often used in combination with glyphosate for resistant weeds.

Metsulfuron-methyl

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Imazapyr

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Triclopyr

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Clopyralid

Clopyralid is a picolinic acid herbicide selective for broadleaf weeds in turf and cereals. Its pyridine carboxylic acid structure qualifies as aromatic heterocyclic under HTS 2934.99.1500. Known for excellent crop selectivity and residual soil activity.