2-Amino-5,6-Dichloro Benzothiazole from Japan
A chemically defined heterocyclic compound containing a benzothiazole ring system with amino and dichloro substitutions at positions 5 and 6. Classified under HTS 2934.20.25.00 as one of the specifically enumerated benzothiazole derivatives in this subheading. Used primarily as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and dye synthesis.
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 Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming chemical identity and purity >98% as required for Chapter 29 classification
• Declare exact CAS number (2817-04-5) and molecular formula C7H5Cl2N3S on commercial invoice to avoid misclassification
• Avoid packaging that suggests retail sale to prevent reclassification under heading 3212 if coloring properties emphasized