2801.30.20.00 - Bromine

This HTS classification covers elemental bromine, a non-metallic chemical element with the symbol Br and atomic number 35. Bromine is a reddish-brown, volatile liquid at room temperature that readily evaporates to form a pungent, corrosive vapor. It is a halogen and is primarily used in the production of flame retardants, agricultural chemicals, dyes, and pharmaceuticals.

Within the broader category of "Fluorine, chlorine, bromine and iodine," this specific subheading distinguishes elemental bromine from its sibling, fluorine (HTS Code 2801.30.10.00). Fluorine is a pale yellow gas, significantly more reactive than bromine, and is classified separately due to its distinct chemical properties and principal applications, which include its use in refrigerants, dental hygiene products, and uranium enrichment.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS classification, there are no further subdivisions. Therefore, classification under 2801.30.20.00 is definitive for pure or technically pure elemental bromine. Importers and exporters should ensure that the goods being declared precisely match the chemical identity and properties of elemental bromine, as opposed to bromine compounds or mixtures containing bromine.