Pentabromodiphenyl Oxide (PeBDO)

Pentabromodiphenyl oxide is a brominated aromatic ether used primarily as a flame retardant additive in plastics and textiles. It falls under HTS 2909.30.0900 as a specifically enumerated halogenated aromatic ether derivative. This chemical compound contains five bromine atoms attached to diphenyl oxide, providing fire-resistant properties.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3824.99Higher: 15% vs 10%

If imported as part of flame retardant mixture or masterbatch

Mixtures containing this compound as <50% would classify under prepared chemical mixtures

2909.30Same rate: 10%

If other aromatic ether flame retardants not specifically enumerated

Other halogenated aromatic ethers fall under the residual provision

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify REACH and TSCA compliance as this brominated compound faces strict environmental regulations,Provide detailed chemical composition certificates to avoid misclassification as general mixtures,Check Stockholm Convention restrictions as some polybrominated diphenyl ethers are banned

Related Products under HTS 2909.30.09.00

Bis(tribromophenoxy)ethane (BTBPE)

Bis(tribromophenoxy)ethane is a highly brominated aromatic ether specifically listed under HTS 2909.30.0900. This pure chemical compound serves as an additive flame retardant in engineering plastics like polyamides and polyesters. Its six bromine atoms provide excellent thermal stability and fire resistance.

Tetradecabromodiphenoxybenzene (TDDPB)

Tetradecabromodiphenoxybenzene is an extremely brominated aromatic ether explicitly named in HTS 2909.30.0900. With 14 bromine atoms, this compound provides superior flame retardancy for high-performance applications in electronics and construction materials. It qualifies as a separate chemically defined organic compound per Chapter 29 notes.

Decabromodiphenyl Ether (DeBDE) Technical Grade

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.

Pentabromodiphenyl Oxide Flake Form 98% Pure

High-purity pentabromodiphenyl oxide in flake form meets Chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined compounds. This physical form facilitates handling in flame retardant compounding operations for styrenic polymers. Specifically enumerated under HTS 2909.30.0900.

Bis(tribromophenoxy)ethane Powder USP Grade

USP-grade Bis(tribromophenoxy)ethane powder provides pharmaceutical purity levels for specialty flame retardant applications. As a specifically named aromatic ether halide, it imports under HTS 2909.30.0900 per Chapter 29 legal notes. The powder form ensures uniform dispersion in polymer matrices.

Tetradecabromodiphenoxybenzene Granular Form

Granular tetradecabromodiphenoxybenzene offers excellent flow properties for automated metering in high-volume plastic compounding. This ultra-high brominated ether qualifies under HTS 2909.30.0900 as a named chemically pure compound. Provides Class 1 flame retardancy in engineering thermoplastics.