Dibromoneopentylglycol (FR-513)

Dibromoneopentylglycol, chemically known as 2,2-bis(bromomethyl)-1,3-propanediol, is a halogenated acyclic alcohol used primarily as a reactive flame retardant in polyurethane foams and resins. It falls under HTS 2905.59.30.00 as a specific brominated derivative of neopentylglycol, an acyclic diol, meeting Chapter 29's criteria for chemically defined organic compounds with halogen directly linked to carbon.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2905.59Same rate: 35%

If not specifically named as dibromoneopentylglycol

Other halogenated acyclic alcohol derivatives fall into the residual 'Other' subheading when not explicitly listed like dibromoneopentylglycol.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 35%

If imported as a formulated flame retardant mixture

Chemical preparations containing dibromoneopentylglycol with additives exceed Chapter 29's scope for pure compounds and classify as mixtures.

2903.69Lower: 13.7% vs 35%

If considered a halogenated polyol intermediate rather than alcohol derivative

Alternative classification possible under halogenated acyclic alcohols if principal function interpreted as polyhydric rather than diol-specific.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify purity and provide chemical analysis certificates to confirm it meets the exact specification for 2905.59.30.00; ensure SDS includes CAS 3296-90-0

Watch for REACH and TSCA pre-notice requirements for flame retardants