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

6.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

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