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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

If blended with plasticizers or solvents for direct application

Mixtures of chemical preparations not purely chemically defined fall under Chapter 38 prepared chemical headings.

2903.99.80.01Lower: 15.5% vs 40.5%

If containing fewer than six bromine atoms on biphenyl structure

Other halogenated aromatic derivatives without the specific hexabromobiphenyl structure classify under the residual 2903.99 provision.

3808.94.50Lower: 30% vs 40.5%

If Products of Chapter 38 for pest control or disinfection take precedence over pure Chapter 29 compounds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify compliance with EPA TSCA regulations and obtain positive CAS number certification for hexabromobiphenyl (CAS 59080-40-9)

Provide detailed chemical safety data sheets (MSDS) and ensure packaging meets UN hazardous materials transport standards

Avoid misclassification as general brominated mixtures; confirm purity >98% to stay under this specific subheading