2-Acetylamino-5-nitrothiazole from Japan
This nitro-substituted aromatic thiazole with acetamido group serves as veterinary pharmaceutical intermediate. The unfused thiazole ring with nitro derivative qualifies for HTS 2934.10.20.00 per Chapter 29 note on halogenated/nitrated derivatives. Chemically defined organic compound.
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
• NMR spectrum confirming nitro-thiazole substitution pattern required
• Declare as 'vet pharma intermediate' vs finished animal drug product
• Stability data prevents reclassification as stabilized preparation under note (f)