Flame Guard 10V0 (Octabromodiphenyl Oxide Blend) from China
Flame Guard 10V0 contains octabromodiphenyl oxide as primary active for V-0 rated ABS plastics. Although a blend, classified under HTS 2909.30.0700 when OBDPO constitutes the principal characteristic. Developed for high-flow molding applications in electronics.
Duty Rate — China → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Composition certificate must demonstrate OBDPO as >85% of total brominated content
• UL 94 testing reports support flame retardant classification over general chemical
• Avoid retail packaging that might trigger Chapter 38 preparations classification