6-Ethoxy-2-benzothiazolethiol

6-Ethoxy-2-benzothiazolethiol features ethoxy substitution at position 6 and thiol (-SH) functionality at position 2 on the benzothiazole ring, explicitly covered by HTS 2934.20.3000. Used in synthesis of vulcanization accelerators and specialty dyes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.8%+35.0%40.8%
🇲🇽Mexico5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇨🇦Canada5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇩🇪Germany5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇯🇵Japan5.8%+10.0%15.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2934.20.40.00Lower: 31.5% vs 40.8%

If compounds containing unfused benzothiazole ring but not specifically listed

Adjacent subheading for other non-fused benzothiazoles excludes these five compounds.

3812.10Lower: 15% vs 40.8%

If when compounded specifically as rubber vulcanization accelerator

Prepared rubber accelerators classified in Chapter 38 based on end use.

2931.90.60.00Higher: 41.5% vs 40.8%

If thiol functionality creates additional organo-inorganic character

Other organo-inorganic compounds with S directly linked to C beyond ring system.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include thiol group confirmation via spectroscopic data in technical documentation

Ship in stabilized packaging per Chapter 29 note (f) to maintain classification as pure compound

Verify no anti-dusting agents render it 'particularly suitable' for specific use (note g)