Ferric Phosphate Slug and Weed Bait

Iron(III) phosphate (FePO4) bait pellets targeting slugs while providing residual weed suppression through phosphate disruption. Consumer garden packs qualify for HTS 3808.93.20.00 as inorganic herbicide preparation. Low-toxicity iron binds in mollusk digestion.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+35.0%40%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪Germany5%+10.0%15%
🇯🇵Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

2835.29Lower: 14.1% vs 40%

If pure phosphate salts

Inorganic phosphates without bait formulation in Chapter 28.

3808.91Lower: 15% vs 40%

If sold exclusively as molluscicide

Pure slug control products classified as insecticides.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Demonstrate <1% other active ingredients to maintain inorganic classification

Weather-resistant packaging required for outdoor bait product stability

Eco-toxicity data helpful for expedited CBP agricultural specialist review

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