Copper Sulfate Fungicide Spray from Mexico
A ready-to-use spray containing copper sulfate as the active inorganic substance for controlling fungal diseases on fruits and vegetables. Put up in retail packaging for home gardeners, it falls under HTS 3808.99.70.00 because it is a fungicide preparation containing an inorganic substance. The copper ions disrupt fungal spore germination.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify EPA registration for pesticides; provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and labels showing inorganic active ingredient
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as organic-based if trace organics present