4-Methylthiazole from Canada
4-Methylthiazole is a simple aromatic thiazole ring with a methyl substituent at the 4-position, used in flavor synthesis and pharmaceuticals. Classified under HTS 2934.10.20.00 as 'other' aromatic unfused thiazole compounds. Meets Chapter 29 criteria for chemically defined heterocycles.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6093.5%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• CAS number (693-95-8) documentation essential for CBP verification of thiazole identity
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests mixture classification under Chapter 38
• Label clearly as 'pure 4-methylthiazole' to prevent misclassification as flavor preparation