Hexabromobiphenyl Flame Retardant Powder from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• 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