2-Benzothiazolethiol Sodium Salt Solution 50% from Germany
50% aqueous solution of sodium 2-mercaptobenzothiazole, where the solvent is added solely for safe transport per Chapter 29 note (d). Still classified as the pure compound under HTS 2934.20.20.00, not as a preparation, due to the specific allowance for dilutions. Used in water-based rubber processing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm solution concentration <70% to qualify under note (d); provide stability data
• Pitfall: higher concentrations or added surfactants shift to 3824