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Tris(2,3-dibromopropyl) Phosphate (TRIS) from Germany

TRIS is a halogenated phosphoric ester used primarily as a flame retardant additive in polyurethane foams and plastics. It falls under HTS 2919.10.00.00 as it is specifically named tris(2,3-dibromopropyl phosphate), a brominated derivative of phosphoric acid esters. This chemical compound provides fire resistance without significantly altering material properties.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify chemical purity and provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming identity as tris(2,3-dibromopropyl phosphate) to match exact HTS specification

• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) detailing brominated flame retardant properties and TSCA compliance for US EPA registration

• Avoid misclassification as generic phosphate esters; precise chemical name matching is required for this specific subheading