2917.39.17.00/Tetrabromophthalic Anhydride/Japan

Tetrabromophthalic Anhydride from Japan

Tetrabromophthalic anhydride is a halogenated aromatic polycarboxylic acid anhydride used primarily as a reactive flame retardant intermediate in polymer production. It falls under HTS 2917.39.17.00 as a specifically named derivative of aromatic polycarboxylic acids with bromine substitution. The compound's structure features a phthalic anhydride core with four bromine atoms, meeting Chapter 29 note requirements for halogenated derivatives.

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

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Import Tips

• Provide chemical analysis certificates confirming tetrabromophthalic anhydride purity and bromine content to verify classification under 2917.39.17.00

• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) detailing flammability, toxicity, and REACH compliance for TSCA registration with US EPA

• Avoid misclassification as mixtures by ensuring shipments contain >98% pure compound without added stabilizers beyond Chapter 29 note (f) allowances