6-Nitrobenzothiazole from Japan
6-Nitrobenzothiazole is a nitro-substituted benzothiazole used as a synthetic intermediate for pharmaceuticals and dyes. Chapter notes confirm nitrated derivatives remain classified by ring structure under HTS 2934.20.8000.
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
• UN 2535 Nitrocelluloid, n.o.s. - requires specific explosion-proof packaging
• Provide reduction pathway documentation showing dye/pharma end-use
• Confirm <0.1% heavy metals to meet pharma intermediate specifications