Ethyl Methanethiosulfonate from Canada
Ethyl methanethiosulfonate is a synthetic organo-sulfur reagent used in protein chemistry for cysteine modification. It qualifies under HTS 2930.90.92.51 as an other organo-sulfur compound with S-C bonds, not covered by specific 2930 subheadings. Primarily employed in biochemical research and proteomics.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6096.3%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide end-use statement for research vs. commercial to avoid dual-use scrutiny
• Ensure <0.1% heavy metal impurities per USP standards for lab reagent classification
• Package in amber glass with inert atmosphere; light-sensitive nature common inspection issue