Mercaptobenzothiazole (MBT) Rubber Accelerator Powder

MBT is a primary rubber accelerator used in footwear soles and mechanical goods, featuring the core aromatic benzothiazole structure defining HTS 3812.10.1000 classification.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2934.20.10.00Same rate: 41.5%

If bulk pharmaceutical intermediate

MBT imported for pharmaceutical synthesis classifies as heterocyclic compound.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 41.5%

If micronized powder preparations

Special particle size preparations may classify differently.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide dust explosion safety data; ensure pharmaceutical-grade purity if dual-use; comply with GHS labeling requirements

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