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Copper Hydroxide Bactericide-Fungicide

Retail spray with copper hydroxide for organic disease control on fruits and vegetables. Classified in 3808.92.50.80 as fungicide for retail, though it has bactericidal properties. Contact fungicide approved for organic farming.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+37.5%42.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3808.91Lower: 17.5% vs 42.5%

If bactericidal use predominates

Principal function as bactericide moves to 3808.91 subheading.

2833.25Lower: 13.9% vs 42.5%

If imported as copper compound

Basic copper salts without formulation classify in inorganic chemicals.

3101.00Lower: 12.5% vs 42.5%

If as foliar fertilizer

Nutrient emphasis changes to Chapter 31 fertilizers.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Test for heavy metal content to comply with FDA food contact regs

• Label must specify organic use if marketed as such

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