9902.09.72 - Mixtures of 1-[2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-3-(1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethoxy)-propyl] -1H-1,2,4-triazole (Tetraconazole) (CAS No. 112281-77-3); 2,4,5,6-tetrachloroisophthalonitrile (Chlorothalonil) (CAS No. 1897-45-6); and application adjuvants (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, 9902.09.72, specifically classifies certain fungicidal mixtures designed for agricultural use. The primary components are the active ingredients Tetraconazole (CAS No. 112281-77-3) and Chlorothalonil (CAS No. 1897-45-6). These are combined with application adjuvants, which are themselves classified under subheading 3808.92.15. This classification is crucial for imported products containing these specific fungicides, regardless of their exact formulation or the proportion of each ingredient, as long as the combination falls within the parameters defined by the temporary legislation under which this chapter operates.
Distinguishing this category from its siblings at the HTS Database Root level is straightforward; this is a specialized classification within the temporary and special provisions chapter (Chapter 99), whereas the sibling categories listed are fundamental product categories for live animals. Chapter 99 is reserved for temporary modifications, special trade agreements, and legislated import restrictions, not for the primary classification of goods themselves. Therefore, 9902.09.72 serves as an overlay or a specific exception for these particular fungicidal mixtures, rather than a primary classification of the raw chemical components.
As this is a leaf node, there are no subcategories. The classification is definitive for mixtures containing Tetraconazole, Chlorothalonil, and application adjuvants (as defined in 3808.92.15). Importers must ensure that their product precisely matches this description to correctly apply this temporary tariff provision. Any deviation in the active ingredients or the presence of other components not covered by the description would necessitate re-evaluation under the general HTS structure.