TBBPA Alternative Brominated Ether from Germany
Developed as TBBPA replacement, this novel pentabromodiphenyl ether derivative imports under HTS 2909.30.0900. Offers similar reactivity for epoxy resin curing while reducing hydroxyl functionality. Maintains high limiting oxygen index.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Compare epoxy value (EEW) against TBBPA specification,Include gel permeation chromatography (GPC) molecular weight distribution,Validate Tg depression data for cured resin performance