Pentabromochloroethane from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include flame retardant exemption certifications if applicable under TSCA
• Beware of classification as waste if purity <90%