Pentabromochloroethane from Germany
An acyclic ethane derivative with five bromine and one chlorine atom, used in flame retardant synthesis. Falls under HTS 2903.79.90.70 as a halogenated acyclic hydrocarbon containing multiple different halogens, outside named exceptions.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include flame retardant exemption certifications if applicable under TSCA
• Beware of classification as waste if purity <90%