PBB-Contaminated Paint Additive Waste from Mexico
Waste paint formulation containing polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs) as a fire retardant, falling under HTS 3824.82.90.00 per subheading note 3. Legacy use in industrial coatings requires special disposal.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for multiple contaminants; use UN-approved packaging
• Avoid bulk shipments without stabilization proof