5-(2-Aminoethyl)-4-methylthiazole

Intermediate in thiamine synthesis featuring substituted aromatic thiazole ring with aminoethyl side chain. Classified HTS 2934.10.20.00 as principal thiazole heterocycle per Chapter 29 last-in-order rule. Chemically defined for pharmaceutical production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+25.0%31.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%6.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%6.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2921.49.50Same rate: 31.5%

If amine nitrogen-function dominates classification

Aminoethyl chain could classify under amine heading 2921 if not subordinate to thiazole.

2939Lower: 16.5% vs 31.5%

If as complex vitamin intermediate with multiple functions

Natural/complex vitamin derivatives in 2939 if synthetic pathway complexifies structure.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Reference to thiamine synthesis pathway supports heterocyclic classification

GC-MS analysis verifying thiazole purity essential

Distinguish from polymer precursors via molecular weight certification

Related Products under HTS 2934.10.20.00

2-Aminothiazole

2-Aminothiazole is an aromatic heterocyclic compound containing an unfused thiazole ring with an amino group at the 2-position. It falls under HTS 2934.10.20.00 as an aromatic thiazole derivative used primarily as a pharmaceutical intermediate. This chemically defined organic compound meets Chapter 29 requirements for separate classification.

4-Methylthiazole

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.

Thiamine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B1)

Thiamine hydrochloride contains a substituted pyrimidine-thiazolium structure with an unfused aromatic thiazole ring, classified as a vitamin but tariffed as its heterocyclic component. Falls under HTS 2934.10.20.00 as 'other' aromatic thiazole compound per Chapter 29 precedence. The thiazole ring determines classification over vitamin function.

2-Mercaptothiazoline

2-Mercaptothiazoline (2-thiazoline-2-thiol) features a hydrogenated thiazole ring (thiazoline) with aromatic character through conjugation, used in rubber vulcanization. HTS 2934.10.20.00 covers 'whether or not hydrogenated' aromatic/modified aromatic thiazoles. Chemically defined per Chapter 29 note (a).

Ritodrine Hydrochloride

Ritodrine hydrochloride is a beta-adrenergic agonist containing a phenethylamine linked to a modified aromatic thiazole ring, used as tocolytic agent. The unfused thiazole determines HTS 2934.10.20.00 classification as 'other' aromatic thiazole. Pharmaceutical intermediates with heterocyclic principal structure.

Famotidine

Famotidine, an H2-receptor antagonist, contains a thiazole ring linked to guanidine and imidazole moieties in its aromatic heterocyclic structure. Classified under HTS 2934.10.20.00 as the principal thiazole component per numerical order rule. Used in ulcer treatment pharmaceuticals.