2-Aminobenzothiazole from China
2-Aminobenzothiazole serves as a pharmaceutical intermediate and corrosion inhibitor containing the characteristic benzothiazole ring. Classified under HTS 2934.20.8000 as 'other' heterocyclic compounds per Chapter 29 legal notes for chemically defined organic compounds.
Duty Rate — China → United States
19%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain FDA Drug Master File if destined for pharmaceutical use; include DMF reference numbers
• Provide evidence of 98%+ purity to avoid reclassification as technical grade preparation
• Ensure proper UN packaging (Group III) certification for international transport