N-Cyclohexylbenzothiazole-2-Sulfenamide (“CBS”) From China; Determinations

Brief takeaway: The ITC has issued determinations in a trade case involving a specific rubber-processing chemical imported from China, which may lead to duties on those imports.

What changed: According to the notice, the International Trade Commission has made determinations regarding N-Cyclohexylbenzothiazole-2-Sulfenamide ("CBS") from China. The notice title indicates a completed determination phase, though the underlying findings and any resulting duty measures are not detailed in the text provided here.

Who's affected: The notice names N-Cyclohexylbenzothiazole-2-Sulfenamide, commonly abbreviated "CBS," a chemical accelerator used in rubber processing. The notice cites China as the country of origin at issue. Specific HTS codes are not stated in the text provided.

What to review:
- Review whether any of your imported products consist of or contain CBS sourced from China.
- Confirm with your broker the specific HTS classification your CBS imports fall under and whether this proceeding is relevant to those entries.
- Check the full Federal Register notice and any associated Commerce Department orders for effective dates, duty rates, and scope language.
- Confirm with trade counsel whether any antidumping or countervailing duty deposits or reporting obligations may apply to future entries.

This is general information, not legal advice and not a compliance determination — confirm specifics with a licensed customs broker or trade counsel.