3824.99.50.00/Hexachloroethane Pyrotechnic Additive/Japan

Hexachloroethane Pyrotechnic Additive from Japan

Hexachloroethane mixture used in smoke-generating pyrotechnics and metalworking fluxes for magnesium casting. Classified under HTS 3824.99.5000 for its chlorinated-only hydrocarbon composition as an allied industry preparation. Provides dense white smoke for military signaling.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Obtain BIS export license equivalents for import if dual-use; declare pyrotechnic end-use

• Test for hexachloroethane >90% to distinguish from foundry fluxes in 3824.10

• Handle as UN3077 environment hazard with dust suppression measures