MBTS Rubber Accelerator (Dibenzothiazyl disulfide) from Mexico

MBTS serves as a primary or secondary accelerator in rubber compounding, particularly for EPDM and butyl rubber applications. Classified under HTS 3812.10.5050 as a prepared rubber accelerator, it provides scorch safety and functions well in neutral or alkaline systems. Commonly used in automotive seals, hoses, and belting.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

15%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Include vulcanization test data demonstrating accelerator performance to distinguish from basic thiazole chemicals

Comply with DOT hazardous material shipping requirements (often Class 9) and ensure UN proper shipping name accuracy

Maintain certificates of analysis showing minimum purity levels (typically 98%) required for accelerator classification