Benzothiazolone Mycobacteiricide from Japan
3-Methylbenzothiazol-2-one is a benzothiazole derivative used as mycobactericide in aquaculture and agriculture, featuring the lactam-fused ring system. Classifies under HTS 2934.20.3500 for pesticide import. Controls fish pathogenic mycobacteria.
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
• Aquaculture drugs require FDA + EPA dual approval; verify veterinary feed directive status
• Include water solubility data for environmental fate assessment
• Declare fish withdrawal period requirements