Pyrethrum Insecticide Spray with Silica from China
Retail aerosol spray containing pyrethrum extract combined with silica gel as an inorganic desiccant and carrier for enhanced insecticidal action against household pests. Classified under 3808.91.30.00 because it includes an inorganic substance (silica) in an insecticide preparation packaged for retail sale. The inorganic component aids in moisture absorption to dehydrate insects.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.5%
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 the exact inorganic substance content via lab analysis to confirm subheading 3808.91 classification
• Include EPA registration number and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) in import documentation for pesticide compliance
• Avoid misclassification as organic-only insecticides (3808.91.25) by documenting inorganic additives