Nipacide BIT-20 Biocide from China

Nipacide BIT-20 is a 20% dispersion of 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one used as an in-can preservative for paints and coatings. Its classification under HTS 2934.99.09.00 reflects the dominance of the aromatic heterocyclic compound per chapter classification rules.

Duty Rate — China → United States

0%

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

Provide chromatograms verifying BIT content to distinguish from generic chemical mixtures

Register product under EPA's antimicrobial pesticide program prior to import

Use UN-approved packaging for corrosive liquids (UN3265)