ZMBT Rubber Accelerator (Zinc 2-mercaptobenzothiazole) from Japan
ZMBT serves as retarder, activator, and secondary accelerator across multiple rubber polymers. Classified HTS 3812.10.5050 as prepared rubber accelerator, it enhances adhesion in steel cord-rubber composites for tires. Offers excellent storage stability.
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
• Document adhesion promoter testing (peel strength data) supporting accelerator classification
• Specify 70% dispersion in oil formulation common for processing
• Include heavy metal analysis confirming regulatory compliance