Thiazole-4-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester from Japan
This aromatic thiazole derivative with ester functionality meets HTS 2934.10.10.00 criteria per U.S. note 3. Serves as intermediate for pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide NMR/GC-MS spectra confirming thiazole ring integrity and ester purity
• Use HDPE drums with nitrogen blanketing for oxidative-sensitive compounds
• Include downstream synthesis declaration to justify chemical intermediate status