N-Bromosuccinimide (NBS) from Japan
N-Bromosuccinimide is an aromatic brominated imide widely used as a brominating and oxidizing reagent in organic synthesis. HTS 2925.19.42.00 covers this as an 'other' aromatic imide derivative. Bromine substitution permitted per Chapter 29 notes on derivatives.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Hazard class 5.1 oxidizer documentation required; stability testing certificate essential; separate from reducing agents in shipping to avoid reactions