Ferric Phosphate Slug and Weed Bait from Japan
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.
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
• 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