Commercial Hexabromobiphenyl Additive (95% Purity)
Industrial-grade hexabromobiphenyl at 95% purity with stabilizers, used in ABS resin flame retardancy. Classified under HTS 2903.94.00.00 as it meets Chapter 29 criteria for separate chemically defined organic compounds with allowable stabilizers for transport. Primarily imported for electronics housing production.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If reacted to form esters for specialty retardants
Esters of halogenated acids classify under oxygen-function carboxylic acid esters in heading 2914 per chapter note on esters.
If containing >5% impurities or anti-dusting agents beyond transport needs
Chemical mixtures exceeding Chapter 29 purity/additive limits fall under prepared chemical mixtures of 3824.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include stabilizer composition in import documentation to justify Chapter 29 classification per chapter note (f)
• Check for Stockholm Convention restrictions as persistent organic pollutants may trigger additional EPA import notifications
• Ensure invoice specifies 'for industrial use only' to prevent retail packing misclassification
Related Products under HTS 2903.94.00.00
Hexabromobiphenyl Flame Retardant Powder
Pure hexabromobiphenyl compound used as a brominated flame retardant additive in plastic manufacturing. This halogenated aromatic hydrocarbon falls under HTS 2903.94.00.00 due to its specific chemical structure with six bromine atoms attached to a biphenyl core. It is supplied as a fine powder for industrial mixing.
Hexabromobiphenyl Technical Grade Flakes
Technical grade hexabromobiphenyl in flake form for melt-blending into thermoplastics. This halogenated derivative of biphenyl is specifically enumerated under HTS 2903.94.00.00. Used primarily in high-performance flame retardant formulations for automotive components.
Stabilized Hexabromobiphenyl for Export (with Anticaking Agent)
Hexabromobiphenyl with 0.5% anticaking agent added per Chapter 29 note (f) for preservation during transport. Remains classified under HTS 2903.94.00.00 as the primary chemically defined compound. Intended for integration into polyurethane foams.