Aluminum Phosphide Orchard Herbicide from Japan
Aluminum phosphide (AlP) pellets for pre-plant soil fumigation killing weed seeds in orchards. Retail hermetic pouches qualify for HTS 3808.93.20.00. Phosphine penetrates soil profile effectively.
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
• Gas-tight secondary packaging required per fumigant import protocols
• Field trial data supports efficacy claims during registration