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.

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.

2903.69Lower: 13.7% vs 40.5%

If fluorinated rather than brominated biphenyl derivative

Fluorinated halogenated aromatics classify under separate 2903.69 provisions.

2933.99.97.01Lower: 6.5% vs 40.5%

If containing heterocyclic rings beyond biphenyl structure

Heterocyclic compounds with additional non-carbon heteroatoms fall under Chapter 29 heterocyclic headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide flake density and melting point specifications to customs for verification against pure compound characteristics

Comply with RoHS exemptions documentation if destined for electronic components

Label shipments with UN 3077 'Environmentally Hazardous Substance' marking as required