Saytex RB 79 Flame Retardant
Saytex RB 79 is a trade name for dibromoneopentylglycol, a neopentyl glycol dibromide used in textile backcoatings and rigid foam applications as a reactive FR additive. HTS 2905.59.30.00 covers this exact compound as a halogenated derivative within the acyclic alcohols heading.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If finishing agents for textiles containing this compound
When put up as finishing preparations rather than pure chemical, classifies under Chapter 38 textile finishing agents.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include manufacturer CoA specifying Saytex RB 79 grade; comply with NFPA 701 for textile FR claims
• Avoid bulk packaging over 25kg to simplify hazmat
Related Products under HTS 2905.59.30.00
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.
Ixol B 251 Flame Retardant
Ixol B 251 is a commercial grade of dibromoneopentylglycol used as a reactive brominated flame retardant in rigid polyurethane foams for furniture and insulation. Classified under HTS 2905.59.30.00 due to its chemical identity as a dibrominated derivative of an acyclic alcohol, fitting Chapter 29 note (a) for separate chemically defined compounds.
FR-522 Dibromoneopentylglycol
FR-522 is a high-purity dibromoneopentylglycol variant employed as a reactive flame retardant in unsaturated polyester resins and coatings. It qualifies for HTS 2905.59.30.00 as a named halogenated derivative of acyclic alcohols, adhering to chapter provisions for chemically pure organic compounds.
PHT4-Diol (Dibromoneopentylglycol)
PHT4-Diol, synonymous with dibromoneopentylglycol, serves as a brominated diol crosslinker in intumescent coatings and epoxy systems for fire protection. Its placement in HTS 2905.59.30.00 reflects its status as a specifically enumerated halogenated acyclic alcohol per the tariff schedule.