9902.10.07 - Mixtures of sodium-2-chloro-6-[(4,6-dimethoxypyrimidin-2-yl)thio]benzoate (Pyrithiobac-sodium) (CAS No. 123343-16-8) and application adjuvants (provided for in subheading 3808.93.15)
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | N/A |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | 1.0% |
| 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 classification, 9902.10.07, specifically covers mixtures containing Pyrithiobac-sodium (CAS No. 123343-16-8) and application adjuvants. Pyrithiobac-sodium is a herbicide, and these mixtures are designed for agricultural or horticultural use, combining the active ingredient with other substances to improve its efficacy, handling, or application. The classification specifically references subheading 3808.93.15, indicating that the accompanying adjuvants fall under the broader category of preparations for retail sale or put up for the applications for which they are intended, specifically as insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, herbicides, anti-sprouting products and plant-growth regulators.
Category 9902.10.07 is distinct from other temporary legislation or special provisions found within Chapter 99 of the HTS. While other entries in Chapter 99 might address temporary modifications for trade agreements or specific import restrictions under Section 22, this particular code targets a specific chemical formulation and its intended application. It is crucial to differentiate this from general chemical mixtures classified under other chapters, as the presence of Pyrithiobac-sodium and its specific function as a herbicide, combined with approved adjuvants, dictates its placement within this specialized provision.
As a leaf node, HTS 9902.10.07 does not have further subcategories. Therefore, the focus for classification purposes remains on verifying the exact composition of the mixture, ensuring that Pyrithiobac-sodium is present, and that the accompanying adjuvants are indeed intended to support the herbicidal function of Pyrithiobac-sodium. Importers must ensure that their product precisely matches the description, as deviations may lead to classification under a different HTS code or necessitate further investigation into the nature of the application adjuvants.