DBEDBC-95 Flame Retardant Crystals
DBEDBC-95 is a commercial formulation of dibromoethyldibromocyclohexane containing 95% active ingredient with minimal stabilizers, classified under HTS 2903.89.05.00. This product serves as a high-performance brominated flame retardant for textile backcoatings and rigid PVC applications. Its classification follows Chapter 29 note (f) allowing necessary stabilizers for transport.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for non-aromatic derived versions
If synthesis pathway doesn't involve benzene derivatives, classification shifts to general cyclanic halogenated hydrocarbons.
If when imported with heterocyclic impurities
Presence of ring-position heteroatoms from side reactions could qualify for Chapter 29 heterocyclic compound headings.
If in anti-knock fuel additive formulations
Specific end-use in fuel compositions reclassifies under Chapter 38 advanced organic composites.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label containers clearly with 'Contains Dibromoethyldibromocyclohexane - UN3077' and include stabilizer composition to comply with note (f)
• Obtain prior TSCA notification for new chemical importers; existing manufacturers typically have PMNs on file
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'flame retardant' generically - specify chemical name to prevent 3824 reclassification
Related Products under HTS 2903.89.05.00
Dibromoethyldibromocyclohexane (DBEDBC)
Dibromoethyldibromocyclohexane is a halogenated derivative of cyclanic hydrocarbons derived in whole or in part from benzene or other aromatic hydrocarbons, specifically classified under HTS 2903.89.05.00. It is a white to off-white crystalline solid used primarily as a flame retardant additive in plastics, textiles, and coatings. This compound's brominated structure provides effective fire suppression properties while meeting the chapter's criteria for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
Technical Grade DBEDBC Flame Retardant
Technical grade Dibromoethyldibromocyclohexane (95-98% purity) is imported for industrial flame retardant applications in polyurethane foams and epoxy resins. Classified under HTS 2903.89.05.00 due to its specific chemical structure as a brominated cyclohexane derivative from aromatic sources. Meets Chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined halogenated organic compounds.
Research Grade Dibromoethyldibromocyclohexane
High purity (>99%) dibromoethyldibromocyclohexane for laboratory synthesis and chemical research, classified specifically under HTS 2903.89.05.00. This chemically defined compound meets Chapter 29 criteria (a) as a separate halogenated derivative derived from aromatic hydrocarbons. Typically packaged in small quantities with analytical certificates.