2,2'-Dithiobisbenzothiazole (DMTS) from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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