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2-Amino-6-methoxybenzothiazole from Japan

2-Amino-6-methoxybenzothiazole is a specific benzothiazole derivative with an amino group at position 2 and a methoxy group at position 6, explicitly listed under HTS 2934.20.3000. It is a chemically defined heterocyclic compound used primarily as an intermediate in dye synthesis and pharmaceutical production.

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 detailed chemical analysis (NMR, MS) confirming structure matches listed compound for proper classification under 2934.20.3000

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and purity certificates (≥98%) as documentation for customs verification

Avoid misclassification as general dye intermediates (3204); specify benzothiazole ring structure in invoices