Lambda-Cyhalothrin 5% EC Insecticide from China
A 5% emulsifiable concentrate formulation of lambda-cyhalothrin, an aromatic pyrethroid insecticide, put up in retail-ready bottles for agricultural use. It falls under HTS 3808.69.10.00 because it contains lambda-cyhalothrin, listed in subheading note 2, and features an aromatic structure in its molecule. Primarily used to control pests on crops like cotton and vegetables.
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
• Verify EPA registration and provide Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for all aromatic pesticide imports
• Confirm retail packing (under 16kg/container) to avoid reclassification to bulk headings
• Include proof of listed active ingredient from subheading note 2 to prevent customs disputes