Tetramethylthiuram Monosulfide (TMTM) from Germany
TMTM serves as a rubber accelerator and vulcanizing agent with aromatic dithiocarbamate structure. HTS 2930.20.20.50 covers this as an 'other' aromatic thiocarbamate per Chapter 29 organo-sulfur provisions. Technical grade distinguishes from formulated rubber chemicals.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.628.5%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Provide vulcanization test data confirming chemical accelerator function
• Ensure dust-free packaging with anti-caking agents per Chapter 29 note (f) allowances
• Cross-check against AD/CVD orders for Indian and Chinese producers