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
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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