Tebuconazole from Japan
Tebuconazole is a systemic triazole fungicide with a 1,2,4-triazole heterocyclic ring used in agriculture for cereal crops and turf protection against fungal diseases. Classified under HTS 2934.99.18.00 as an aromatic or modified aromatic heterocyclic pesticide, it contains the characteristic nitrogen heterocyclic structure defined in Chapter 29 notes. The pure technical grade (>95% purity) qualifies as a separate chemically defined compound.
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
• EPA registration number must appear on commercial invoice; unregistered imports face seizure
• Provide HPLC purity analysis certificate; impurities >2% may trigger reclassification
• Declare as 'technical grade pesticide active ingredient' to avoid bulk chemical treatment under 28xx