Ethylene Thiourea (2-Imidazolidinethione)

Ethylene thiourea, chemically 2-imidazolidinethione, is a heterocyclic imidazole ring compound specifically named in HTS 2933.29.0500. Used as a chemical intermediate and accelerator in rubber vulcanization processes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

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

2930.90Lower: 13.7% vs 25%

If considered organo-sulfur compound without dominant imidazole classification

Chapter notes specify organo-sulfur compounds in 2930, but imidazole structure prevails here.

3812.10Lower: 15% vs 25%

If when imported as rubber accelerator preparation with additives

Prepared rubber accelerators containing ethylene thiourea classified in Chapter 38.

2933.29.90.00Higher: 31.5% vs 25%

If for other aromatic/modified aromatic imidazoles not specifically enumerated

This subheading specifically names ethylene thiourea; others use the general provision.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit TSCA certification as it's listed on EPA Toxic Substances Control Act inventory

Include detailed purity analysis; industrial grades typically >98% purity

Verify not classified as rubber chemical mixture which would go to Chapter 38