Flame Retardant Additive Containing SCCPs from Mexico
Chemical concentrate with short-chain chlorinated paraffins used in plastic compounding for flame retardancy in electronics housings. Meets HTS 3824.89.00.00 per chapter subheading note 3 defining SCCPs by molecular formula and chlorination level.
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
• Provide TSCA inventory status; consider alternatives like phosphate esters to avoid restrictions
• Label containers with SCCP content and hazard warnings per GHS