Industrial Grade N-Cyclohexylthiophthalimide Vulcanization Retarder from Mexico
Industrial grade N-Cyclohexylthiophthalimide acts as a precise vulcanization retarder in natural rubber processing, controlling cross-linking for enhanced tire durability. Its aromatic structure with organo-sulfur functionality—sulfur directly linked to carbon—qualifies under heading 2930 per chapter notes, specifically named in subheading 2930.90.24.00.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain TSCA certification for US chemical import; package in UN-approved drums to avoid hazmat surcharges
• Pitfall: undervaluing based on bulk weight ignores purity premiums subject to duty