Flame Guard 10V0 (Octabromodiphenyl Oxide Blend) from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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