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CBS Rubber Accelerator (N-Cyclohexyl-2-benzothiazole sulfenamide) from Japan

CBS is a delayed-action sulfenamide rubber accelerator used primarily in tire manufacturing and other rubber products. It contains a modified aromatic benzothiazole structure, qualifying it for classification under HTS 3812.10.1000 as a prepared rubber accelerator with aromatic components.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Obtain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) verifying aromatic accelerator content; ensure EPA registration if applicable for chemical imports; check REACH compliance for EU-origin materials to avoid customs delays