MBTS Dibenzothiazole Disulfide

MBTS, derived from 2-Mercaptobenzothiazole, contains two benzothiazole rings linked by disulfide bond, qualifying under HTS 2934.20.1500 provisions. Slow-curing accelerator used in EPDM rubber formulations.

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.

2930.90Lower: 13.7% vs 41.5%

If classified primarily as organo-sulfur disulfide compound

Sulfur-carbon bonding could supersede heterocyclic classification per Chapter notes

3812.39Lower: 15% vs 41.5%

If in rubber processing additive mixtures

Other rubber processing chemicals containing these compounds classified by use

2934.99.90Lower: 6.5% vs 41.5%

If other unspecified heterocyclic benzothiazole derivatives

Residual provision for benzothiazole compounds not specifically enumerated

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Import Tips & Compliance

Molecular structure diagrams confirming benzothiazole ring systems required for classification

Batch purity certificates (>97%) essential to distinguish from technical grade mixtures

End-use statements specifying rubber vulcanization prevents pesticide misclassification