2908.19.25.00/Tetrabromobisphenol A Technical Grade 99%/Japan

Tetrabromobisphenol A Technical Grade 99% from Japan

Technical grade Tetrabromobisphenol A with 99% purity is a white to off-white powder used as a reactive flame retardant in epoxy resins for printed circuit boards. Classified under HTS 2908.19.25.00 as it matches the chemical definition of a halogen-only substituted phenol derivative, even with minor impurities allowed by Chapter 29 notes. Essential for electronics industry fire retardancy.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• Include certificate of analysis confirming ≥99% TBBA content to prevent disputes over impurity levels affecting Chapter 29 classification

• Comply with TSCA Premanufacture Notice if aggregate imports exceed reporting thresholds; maintain records for 5 years

• Avoid packaging that suggests retail sale, which could trigger reclassification under preparations in heading 3824