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Flame Retardant Additive Containing SCCPs

A chemical concentrate containing short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs), used as a flame retardant additive in plastic compounding for electronics housings. The SCCP component meets the molecular formula and chlorination degree specified in subheading note 3, placing it under tariff item 3824.89.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm the SCCP concentration is above 48% chlorination and chain length C10-C13 to justify classification

• Check if the additive is subject to restrictions under Canada's Toxic Substances Management Policy

• Submit a safety data sheet and certificate of analysis to the CBSA

Related Products under Tariff item 3824.89.00

Adhesive Promoter Containing Short-Chain Chlorinated Paraffins

An adhesion promoter formulated with short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs), used in solvent-based adhesives for automotive trim applications. The SCCP content meets the definition in subheading note 3, with carbon chains of 10-13 and chlorination exceeding 48% by weight, placing it under tariff item 3824.89.00.

Cable Insulation Compound with Short-Chain Chlorinated Paraffins

A PVC masterbatch compound containing short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs), used for electrical cable insulation to provide flame retardancy and flexibility. The SCCPs in the compound meet the chain length and chlorination criteria of subheading note 3, classifying it under tariff item 3824.89.00.

Industrial Paint Additive with SCCPs

A concentrated additive for alkyd paints containing short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) to improve flexibility and adhesion. The SCCPs meet the definition in subheading note 3 with carbon chains of 10-13 and chlorination over 48%, classifying it under tariff item 3824.89.00.

Leather Fatliquoring Emulsion with SCCPs

An emulsified fatliquor for leather tanning containing short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) for enhanced penetration and softness. The SCCP component meets the molecular formula CxH(2x-y+2)Cly with x=10-13 and chlorination above 48%, placing it under tariff item 3824.89.00.

Metalworking Fluid with Short-Chain Chlorinated Paraffins

An industrial cutting oil formulation containing short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) as extreme pressure additives for machining operations. The SCCPs meet the criteria in subheading note 3, including chain length C10-C13 and chlorination over 48%, classifying it under tariff item 3824.89.00.

PVC Stabilizer Paste with Short-Chain Chlorinated Paraffins

A thick paste formulation containing short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) as secondary plasticizers and stabilizers for flexible PVC sheeting. The SCCPs meet the subheading note 3 definition with C10-C13 chains and chlorination above 48%, placing it under tariff item 3824.89.00.