Dibromoethyldibromocyclohexane (DBEDBC) from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming the compound is dibromoethyldibromocyclohexane and derived from aromatic hydrocarbons to avoid misclassification

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and REACH/TSCA registration documents, as brominated flame retardants face strict environmental import regulations

Verify purity levels (>98%) and ensure packaging complies with UN hazardous material transport standards for flammable solids