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Quarantine Methyl Bromide Treatment Gas from Japan

Pressurized mixture containing methyl bromide used for phytosanitary quarantine treatment of exported commodities like fruit and timber. Meets HTS 3827.40.00.00 criteria as a mixture with bromomethane for post-harvest pest control. Applied in sealed chambers per USDA APHIS protocols.

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

Secure APHIS PPQ Form 526 permit in advance; provide treatment efficacy certificates; ensure cylinders meet UN pressure vessel specs for hazardous gas import