9902.09.52 - Product mixtures containing 1-(6-chloro-3-pyridinyl)methyl-N-nitroimidazolidin-2-ylideneamine (Imidacloprid) (CAS No. 138261-41-3), methyl N-(2-methoxyacetyl)-N-(2,6-xylyl)-DL-alaninate (Metalaxyl) (CAS No. 57837-19-1) and (RS)-1-p-chlorophenyl-4,4-dimethyl-3-(1H-1,2,4-triazol-1-ylmethyl) pentan-3-ol (Tebuconazole) (CAS No. 107534-96-3) (provided for in subheading 3808.92.15)
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | N/A |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | No change |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | No change |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 9902.09.52, specifically covers specialized product mixtures that are subject to temporary legislation and import restrictions. The defining characteristic of items within this classification is their composition of three named active ingredients: Imidacloprid, Metalaxyl, and Tebuconazole. These are potent agrochemical compounds commonly used in pesticide and fungicide formulations. The "provided for in subheading 3808.92.15" notation indicates that while these products contain these specific active ingredients, their primary classification under Chapter 38 would typically relate to preparations for use in agriculture or horticulture, or as disinfectants, pest repellents, etc.
Distinguishing this temporary provision from its sibling categories within Section XXII, which generally deals with temporary modifications and special provisions, is crucial. Unlike broader temporary measures or trade agreement-related adjustments, 9902.09.52 is highly specific and is tied to Section 22 of the Agricultural Adjustment Act. This means the items classified here are subject to unique import restrictions or conditions that are not found in general agricultural or chemical product headings. The presence of Imidacloprid, Metalaxyl, and Tebuconazole in a mixture is the sole determining factor for classification under this temporary code.
As this is a leaf node, there are no subcategories to introduce. Classification under 9902.09.52 is definitive for any product meeting the described chemical composition and falling under the purview of the aforementioned Section 22 restrictions. Importers must ensure that any product containing these specific active ingredients, regardless of its final formulation or intended use, is correctly identified and declared under this provision if applicable, to comply with temporary trade legislation.