Pentabromochloroethane from Germany
An acyclic ethane derivative substituted with five bromine atoms and one chlorine atom, exemplifying a polyhalogenated hydrocarbon. Classified under HTS 2903.79.90 due to multiple different halogens on an acyclic chain, not covered by more specific subheadings. Used in flame retardant synthesis and as a bromination reagent.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
3.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare exact halogen composition via NMR or GC-MS data to confirm multi-halogen status per chapter notes
• Check REACH/TSCA registration requirements for brominated flame retardant precursors
• Avoid bulk packaging that could imply mixture status, leading to chapter 38 reclassification