Industrial HBCD for EPS Foam from Mexico
Hexabromocyclododecane specifically for expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam flame retardancy in building insulation. Classified 2903.89.70.10 as chemically defined halogenated cyclododecane per Chapter 29; end-use doesn't affect classification. Note (e) solvent/dilution exclusions don't apply to pure form.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Specify EPS foam application in documentation but emphasize chemical purity for Chapter 29
• Check country-specific bans; EPS HBCD use restricted in many regions post-Stockholm
• Validate against 2013 EPA significant new use rules for HBCD import