Tetrabromophthalic Anhydride from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

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

Tetrabromophthalic Anhydride from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2917.39.17.00