3808.59 - Other:

This HTS category, 3808.59, covers "Other" disinfectants, insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, antisprouting products, and plant-growth regulators that are not specifically enumerated in other subheadings of 3808. These products are typically packaged for retail sale or presented as preparations or articles such as treated bands, wicks, candles, or flypapers. The defining characteristic of this group is its residual nature; it captures products within this broad family of pest and plant control agents that do not meet the more specific criteria of other classifications within heading 3808.

While subheading 3808.52.00.00 specifically addresses DDT and its derivatives in certain packaging, this subheading, 3808.59, encompasses all other similar products. This includes a wide array of chemical compounds and formulations designed for pest control, weed management, disease prevention in plants, and growth regulation, provided they are not DDT-based. The distinction lies primarily in the active ingredient and the specific form or quantity, ensuring that products with unique characteristics or wider applications are correctly categorized.

The subcategories within 3808.59 further refine classification based on the chemical composition. Subheading 3808.59.10.00 is designated for products containing any aromatic or modified aromatic pesticide, signifying a focus on the chemical structure of the active agent. The subsequent "Other" category captures all remaining products within 3808.59 that do not fall under the aromatic pesticide criterion, providing a residual catch-all for diverse chemical formulations in this broad product group.