2-Mercaptobenzothiazole (MBT) Powder from Canada
2-Mercaptobenzothiazole is a heterocyclic compound containing a benzothiazole ring system, specifically listed under HTS 2934.20.1500. It is primarily used as an accelerator in rubber vulcanization processes to enhance curing speed and performance.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming 98%+ purity to avoid misclassification as mixtures under Chapter 38
• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) showing proper Hazard Class 6.1 packaging for UN 2942 poison classification
• Verify accelerator end-use documentation to distinguish from pesticide formulations that may require EPA registration