Decabromodiphenyl Ether (DeBDE) Technical Grade from Japan
Technical grade Decabromodiphenyl Ether contains primarily the fully brominated decaBDE with minor impurities, qualifying as a chemically defined compound under Chapter 29 note (a). Although phased out in many regions, legacy stocks import under HTS 2909.30.0900 as a halogenated aromatic ether. Used historically in plastics, textiles, and adhesives.
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
Import Tips
• Provide congener analysis showing >90% decaBDE content to maintain pure compound status,Obtain special import authorizations due to Stockholm Convention listing,Segregate from other brominated compounds to prevent cross-contamination claims