Great Lakes DE-83R Decabromodiphenyl Ether from Japan
DE-83R is the former commercial grade decabromodiphenyl ether from Great Lakes Chemical, specifically classifiable under HTS 2909.30.0900. Legacy production for exempted applications continues under strict controls. High bromine content (82-83%).
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
• Reference EPA exemption letters for specific end-use applications,Include congener profile showing <0.1% lower brominated congeners,Maintain chain-of-custody documentation for legacy material tracking