3824.89.00.00 - Containing short-chain chlorinated paraffins

This HTS category, 3824.89.00.00, encompasses miscellaneous chemical products and preparations that specifically contain short-chain chlorinated paraffins. These substances are typically manufactured organic compounds, often used as plasticizers, flame retardants, or extreme pressure additives in lubricants. The classification hinges on the presence of short-chain chlorinated paraffins as a defining component of the mixture or preparation, distinguishing it from other chemical products.

To properly classify under this subheading, it is crucial to differentiate it from its sibling categories. For instance, while 3824.81.00.00 covers preparations containing oxirane, and 3824.82 covers those with PCBs, PCTs, or PBBs, this specific subheading is reserved for products where short-chain chlorinated paraffins are the key constituent. Similarly, it is distinct from other chlorinated or halogenated compounds listed in subheadings like 3824.83.00.00 (tris(2,3-dibromopropyl) phosphate) or 3824.84.00.00 (various persistent organic pollutants). The primary classification criterion is the positive identification of short-chain chlorinated paraffins as a component.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subdivisions. Therefore, classification under 3824.89.00.00 depends on the definitive presence of short-chain chlorinated paraffins and the exclusion of the specific substances covered by the preceding subheadings within the 3824.8 series. Importers and exporters should consult technical documentation and laboratory analysis to confirm the composition and ensure accurate classification of their goods.