Zinc 2-Mercaptobenzothiazole from Mexico
This zinc salt of 2-mercaptobenzothiazole serves as a rubber accelerator and corrosion inhibitor with the characteristic benzothiazole ring. It qualifies for HTS 2934.20.4000 under additional U.S. note 3 to section VI and Chapter 29 salt classification rules.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Classify per Chapter 29 note (C)(1) with the parent organic compound (2-mercaptobenzothiazole)
• Include metal content analysis to distinguish from other organo-metallic compounds
• Label as hazardous material if dust inhalation risk exists during handling