4-Methylthiazole from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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