2-(Thiocyanomethylthio)benzothiazole Bactericide from Japan
This benzothiazole derivative serves as a bactericide and fungicide in industrial water treatment and crop protection, featuring the required benzothiazole ring-system. Classifies under HTS 2934.20.3500 when imported for pesticide applications. Effective against slime-forming bacteria in cooling towers.
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
• Distinguish biocide vs pesticide end-use; industrial applications may require different EPA registration
• Provide acute toxicity data (often R23/25 classification) for proper hazard declarations
• Ensure stability data for thiocyanate group degradation during transport