2,2'-Dithiobisbenzothiazole (DMTS)

2,2'-Dithiobisbenzothiazole, also known as DMTS or bis(2-benzothiazolyl) disulfide, is a sulfur-containing heterocyclic compound featuring a benzothiazole ring system. It falls under HTS 2934.20.10.00 as a specific compound containing the benzothiazole ring (whether hydrogenated or not) that is not further fused with other rings. Primarily used as a vulcanization accelerator in rubber production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3812.31.00.00Same rate: 41.5%

If pre-mixed with other rubber additives as a compounded accelerator

Mixtures of vulcanization accelerators are classified under heading 3812 rather than as pure organic compounds of chapter 29.

2930.90Lower: 13.7% vs 41.5%

If containing additional organo-sulfur linkages beyond the dithiobis structure

Other organo-sulfur compounds not specifically named under benzothiazole headings fall into 2930.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 41.5%

If imported as an impure technical grade with significant non-chemical impurities

Prepared binders or chemical products not elsewhere specified may apply if it doesn't meet chapter 29 purity criteria.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming purity and structure to avoid misclassification; ensure SDS sheets comply with HAZMAT regulations for sulfur compounds

Common pitfall: incorrect declaration as a mixture rather than pure compound