Methoxymethyl Mercaptan from Japan
Methoxymethyl mercaptan (CH3OCH2SH) combines ether and thiol functions with direct C-S bond. HTS 2930.90.92 as other organo-sulfur compound taking precedence in chapter order. Flavor chemical intermediate.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• GC-MS analysis to confirm structure and purity for Chapter 29 eligibility
• Volatile liquid; UN number 3336 documentation for transport
• End-use declaration prevents food additive misclassification