Captax MBTS Rubber Accelerator from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• 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