Uncle Sam Slaps Tariffs on Indian Weed Killer Imports
Published Date: 4/7/2025
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Summary
The U.S. says India is selling 2,4-D (a weed killer) in the U.S. for less than it should, which isn’t fair. Because of this, extra duties will be added to these imports starting now to keep things balanced. This affects companies that buy or sell 2,4-D from India and helps protect U.S. businesses.
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Extra duties on 2,4‑D from India
The Department of Commerce found that 2,4‑dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4‑D) from India was sold in the U.S. at less than fair value for the period January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023. As a result, extra import duties will be added to 2,4‑D shipments from India starting now, which affects companies that buy or sell this product and is intended to protect U.S. businesses.
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