Captax MBTS Rubber Accelerator

Captax MBTS is the commercial grade 2,2'-dithiobisbenzothiazole used in tire and rubber manufacturing as a delayed-action vulcanization accelerator. Classified under HTS 2934.20.10.00 due to its specific benzothiazole ring structure as a separate chemically defined organic compound. It improves scorch safety in natural and synthetic rubber compounds.

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 dispersed in oil or supplied as a paste for easier handling

Oil-extended accelerator mixtures are treated as prepared rubber additives under 3812.

2934.99.15Lower: 6.5% vs 41.5%

If a substituted derivative of other benzothiazoles

Other unfused benzothiazole compounds without the specific dithiobis structure go to 2934.99.

2909.49.30Lower: 35% vs 41.5%

If classified primarily by ether-oxygen function over heterocyclic ring

Chapter notes prioritize oxygen functions in some cases, but benzothiazole specificity prevails here.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify CAS number 120-78-5 on all documentation for customs clearance; obtain REACH compliance if transshipping from EU

Avoid pitfalls by distinguishing from powdered vs. oiled dispersions which may alter classification