Commercial DecaBDE Plastic Flame Retardant Blend
Industrial blend containing decabromodiphenyl ether (DecaBDE) for enhancing fire resistance in high-impact polystyrene plastics. Classified under 3824.88.00.00 per subheading note 3 due to octabromodiphenyl ether content. Primarily used in electronics housing and automotive components.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | +35.0% | 41.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | +10.0% | 16.5% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 6.5% | +10.0% | 16.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | +10.0% | 16.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | +10.0% | 16.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for non-PBDE brominated flame retardants
Other halogenated additives without specified diphenyl ethers go to the 'other' mixtures subheading.
If also containing pesticide-active substances
Dual-function goods with listed pesticidal chemicals may shift to Chapter 38 heading 3808.
If supplied as high-purity ether compounds
Individual halogenated aromatic ethers classify under Chapter 29 organic chemicals when not in mixture form.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm exact PBDE congener profile via lab analysis to ensure subheading 3824.88 qualification and avoid general chemical classification
• Prepare for POPs Convention documentation and potential quotas on brominated flame retardants
• Label shipments clearly as hazardous materials; common pitfall is insufficient UN proper shipping name declarations
Related Products under HTS 3824.88.00.00
Octabromodiphenyl Ether Flame Retardant Mixture
A chemical preparation containing octabromodiphenyl ether (OctaBDE) used as a flame retardant additive in plastics and textiles. This mixture falls under HTS 3824.88.00.00 because it contains brominated diphenyl ethers as specified in subheading note 3 to chapter 38. It is imported for industrial applications requiring fire safety standards.
Pentabromodiphenyl Ether Polymer Concentrate
30% pentabromodiphenyl ether concentrate in epoxy resin carrier for composite materials. Classified in 3824.88.00.00 for containing specified pentaBDE per subheading note 3. Applied in aerospace and construction panels.
Industrial OctaBDE Dustable Powder Formulation
Powdered mixture of octabromodiphenyl ether with mineral fillers for extrusion processing. Meets 3824.88.00.00 due to octaBDE content as listed in subheading note 3. Used in wire and cable insulation production.
PBDE Textile Flame Retardant Formulation
Liquid concentrate preparation with hexa- and octabromodiphenyl ethers for spray application on upholstery and curtains. Meets HTS 3824.88.00.00 criteria as a specified goods mixture containing polybrominated diphenyl ethers. Used in hospitality and public transport industries.
Electronics-Grade HeptaBDE Additive Mixture
High-purity mixture of heptabromodiphenyl ether for circuit board laminate flame retardancy. Falls under 3824.88.00.00 due to specified brominated diphenyl ether content per chapter note 3. Critical for consumer electronics manufacturing.
Flame Retardant Masterbatch with HexaBDE
Pelletized masterbatch containing hexabromodiphenyl ether at 50% loading in polyethylene. Specifically classified under HTS 3824.88.00.00 for hexaBDE per chapter subheading note 3. Let-down ratio for injection molding applications.