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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 41.5%

If PBDE concentration below specification threshold

Low-level contaminants don't qualify for the specific PBDE subheading, falling to other chemical mixtures.

3811.90.00.00Same rate: 41.5%

If when pre-mixed with synthetic rubber/polymer base

Antioxidant or stabilizer preparations for rubber fall under heading 3811 if primarily functioning as such.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide REACH compliance certificates for EU-origin PBDEs and TSCA declarations for US entry

• Test for restricted isomer content; decaBDE-alpha impurities may trigger different regulations

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.

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.

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.

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.