Chlorendic Anhydride from Canada
Chlorendic anhydride (1,4,5,6,7,7-hexachloro-5-norbornene-2,3-dicarboxylic anhydride) is a halogenated bicyclic compound used in flame-retardant resins and coatings. Classified under HTS 2903.89.70.90 as a halogenated cyclanic derivative despite anhydride function, following Chapter 29 rule prioritizing latest numerical heading for multi-function compounds. Meets criteria for chemically defined cyclic halogenated hydrocarbons.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6096.3%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Provide technical data sheets confirming cyclanic structure over anhydride function for proper 2903 classification; check REACH/TSCA compliance for flame retardant chemicals; avoid misclassification as plasticizer by emphasizing intermediate use