Pentabromoethylbenzene for Flame Retardant Synthesis from Mexico
High-purity pentabromoethylbenzene used as an intermediate in producing brominated flame retardants for plastics. Fits HTS 2903.99.23.00 as a pure halogenated derivative of ethylbenzene, a key aromatic hydrocarbon.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide end-use statements if requested to confirm industrial chemical status
• Ensure drum packaging meets DOT hazardous material standards
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain brominated chemicals