Silica Gel Desiccant Insecticide Packets from China
Breathable packets of silica gel impregnated with low-level pyrethrins for pantry pest control, killing insects via desiccation plus contact toxicity. Classified under 3808.91.30.00 due to primary inorganic silica component in retail-ready packets. Ideal for stored food protection.
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
• Ensure packets meet food contact standards (21 CFR 175-178) for pantry use
• Provide adsorption capacity test results to validate desiccant performance
• Label with 'Not for human consumption' to prevent misuse incidents