Tributyltin Laurate

This tributyltin salt of lauric acid is a chemically defined compound under HTS 2931.20.00.00, following Chapter 29 rules for organic salts classification. Used as a heat stabilizer in plastics processing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2915.90.18Lower: 29.2% vs 38.7%

If laurate function dominates classification

Saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid salts, but organotin takes precedence.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 38.7%

If in polymer stabilizer mixtures

Prepared additives for rubber/plastics fall under Chapter 38.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify RoHS compliance if destined for electrical components

Declare as organotin stabilizer on commercial invoice

Monitor EU restriction limits (0.1% in articles)

Related Products under HTS 2931.20.00.00

Tributyltin Oxide

Tributyltin oxide (TBTO) is a chemically defined organotin compound where three butyl groups and oxygen are bound to tin, falling under HTS 2931.20.00.00 as a tributyltin compound. It is commonly used as a biocide in antifouling paints for marine vessels.

Tributyltin Chloride

Tributyltin chloride is a separate chemically defined organo-inorganic compound with three butyl groups and a chlorine atom directly linked to tin, classified under HTS 2931.20.00.00. It serves as a key intermediate in organotin chemical synthesis.

Tributyltin Acetate

Tributyltin acetate features a tributyltin moiety esterified with acetic acid, qualifying as a tributyltin compound under HTS 2931.20.00.00 per Chapter 29 notes on ester classification. It finds use as a catalyst and stabilizer in PVC production.

Bis(tributyltin) Oxide

Also known as TBTO, this dimeric tributyltin oxide compound contains two tributyltin groups linked by oxygen, squarely within HTS 2931.20.00.00. Historically used in wood preservation and agriculture before regulatory phase-outs.

Tributyltin Fluoride

Tributyltin fluoride is an organo-inorganic compound with fluoride directly linked to the tributyltin group, classified under HTS 2931.20.00.00. It has niche applications in organic synthesis and as a reagent.

Tributyltin Neodecanoate

Tributyltin neodecanoate combines the tributyltin group with a neodecanoic acid ester, fitting HTS 2931.20.00.00 as a tributyltin compound. Applied as a catalyst in silicone and polyurethane systems.