2-Benzothiazolethiol Sodium Salt Flakes from Japan
Flake form of sodium 2-mercaptobenzothiazole, a benzothiazole ring-system compound used primarily as a rubber accelerator (MBTS precursor). Classified specifically under HTS 2934.20.20.00 per the tariff description for this exact sodium salt. Meets Chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined heterocyclic compounds.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide SDS and REACH compliance docs if from EU; package in moisture-proof bags to prevent degradation
• Avoid bulk shipping without anti-caking stabilizers to stay in pure compound classification