Pentabromochloroethane from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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