Magnesium Hydroxide Flame Retardant from Mexico
Micronized magnesium hydroxide used as a halogen-free flame retardant in plastics and cables. Classified in HTS 2816.10.00.00 as it's chemically defined without organic additives exceeding note limits. Surface-treated for dispersion but remains inorganic.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
3.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Specify coating type in entry docs; silane treatments may push to 3824 if >2% organic
• Particle size distribution cert needed for customs valuation consistency