Pentabromoethylbenzene from Germany
Pentabromoethylbenzene is a halogenated aromatic hydrocarbon featuring a benzene ring substituted with five bromine atoms and an ethyl group. It falls under HTS 2903.99.23.00 as a specific chemically defined halogenated derivative of aromatic hydrocarbons, distinct from other brominated compounds.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify purity and chemical identity with certificates of analysis to confirm classification under 2903.99.23.00
• Ensure compliance with TSCA regulations for chemical imports and provide SDS documentation
• Avoid misclassification by distinguishing from polymer additives