Ethylenebistetrabromophthalimide Flame Retardant Powder from China

Ethylenebistetrabromophthalimide (EBTBPI) is a brominated aromatic imide compound used primarily as a high-performance flame retardant additive in plastics and polymers. It falls under HTS 2925.19.10.00 as a chemically defined aromatic imide derivative, matching the specific subheading for this compound. This white to off-white powder provides excellent thermal stability and flame suppression without significantly affecting material properties.

Duty Rate — China → 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

Verify TSCA pre-registration for US entry and provide SDS with brominated content details; common pitfall is misclassifying as generic plastic additive under Chapter 39

Ensure packaging complies with UN hazardous material standards for flame retardants

Obtain supplier certificates confirming 99%+ purity to match the chemically defined compound requirement