Benzotriazole from China
Benzotriazole is a fused heterocyclic aromatic compound used as a corrosion inhibitor in antifreeze and metalworking fluids. Classified in HTS 2942.00.35.00 as other aromatic organic compounds, its triazole ring fused to benzene qualifies under chapter residual provisions. Not covered by specific heterocycle headings 2933-2934.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Supply X-ray crystallography data confirming benzotriazole structure
• Distinguish from pesticide uses (Chapter 38); industrial chemical applications only
• Verify solvent content per Chapter 29 note (e); transport solutions allowed if safety-related