N286977 N2 Ruling Active

The Classification of 4,4’-Thiobis (2-tert-butyl-5-methylphenol) from China

Issued June 16, 2017 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Tariff classification

HTS codes: 2930.90.2900

Headings: 2930

Product description

This compound is used as an inhibitor in wire and cable chemistry. The product will be imported in 25 kg. bags.

CBP rationale

The applicable subheading will be 2930.90.2900, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for Organo-sulfur compounds: Other: Aromatic: Other: Other.

Full text

N286977 June 16, 2017 CLA-2-38:OT:RR:NC:N1:239 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 2930.90.2900 Stacey Dumas Amsyn, Inc. 1011 High Ridge Road Stamford, CT 06905 RE: The Classification of 4,4’-Thiobis (2-tert-butyl-5-methylphenol) from China Dear Ms. Dumas: In your letter dated May 15, 2017, you requested a tariff classification ruling for 4,4’-Thiobis (2-tert-butyl-5-methylphenol) (CAS 96-69-5). This compound is used as an inhibitor in wire and cable chemistry. The product will be imported in 25 kg. bags. The applicable subheading will be 2930.90.2900, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for Organo-sulfur compounds: Other: Aromatic: Other: Other. The rate of duty will be 6.5 percent ad valorem. Duty rates are provided for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying duty rates are provided on World Wide Web at https://hts.usitc.gov/current. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist Patrick Day at [email protected]. Sincerely, Steven A. Mack Director National Commodity Specialist Division

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