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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for other brominated cyclohexane derivatives
Similar aromatic-derived halogenated cyclanic hydrocarbons without the specific ethyl dibromo substitution fall in the general subheading.
If when pre-formulated as goods specified in note 2 to Chapter 38
Certain pesticide or disinfectant formulations containing this compound as active ingredient shift to Chapter 38 classifications.
If containing significant alcohol impurities affecting classification
Presence of oxygen-function groups from manufacturing impurities could reclassify under ether/alcohol headings per Chapter notes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit commercial invoice specifying technical grade purity and CAS number (3322-93-8) to distinguish from research grade imports
• Prepare for potential EPA scrutiny on brominated flame retardants; maintain records of intended end-use in approved applications
• Use DOT-approved packaging for import; declare as 'flammable solid' per UN 3077 if containing residual solvents
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.
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.
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.