Benzothiazole from Japan
Pure benzothiazole is the parent compound of the benzothiazole ring family, used as a solvent, reagent, and odorant component. It falls squarely under HTS 2934.20.8000 as a basic heterocyclic compound containing the unfused benzothiazole ring-system.
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
• Declare flash point (84°C) and proper shipping name 'Benzothiazole, liquid' on hazardous materials declaration
• Include GHS labeling verification; common violation is missing pictograms for skin/eye irritant
• Confirm not subject to VOC regulations by providing exemption documentation for industrial solvent use