Rubber Accelerator TS (TMTM) from Japan
Rubber accelerator TS, chemically tetramethylthiuram monosulfide, is classified in HTS 2930.30.30.00 due to its organo-sulfur thiuram structure. It promotes efficient cross-linking in rubber during vulcanization, used in tire manufacturing and footwear production. Meets chapter note (a) as a separate chemically defined organic compound.
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
• Provide REACH or equivalent chemical registration docs for EU-origin goods; test for heavy metal impurities
• Pitfall: Bulk vs. drum packaging affecting freight class and duties