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Ethylenebistetrabromophthalimide Flame Retardant Powder from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

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