Diphenyl Cresyl Phosphate (DPCP) from Germany
Diphenyl cresyl phosphate is a mixed aryl phosphate ester used as a plasticizer in flexible PVC and as a base stock in hydraulic fluids. It qualifies for HTS 2919.90.25.00 as an aromatic 'other' plasticizer phosphoric ester under Chapter 29 organic compound rules.
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
• Submit technical data sheet confirming plasticizer application to avoid reclassification
• Monitor EU POPs regulation as some phosphate esters face concentration limits
• Use proper Incoterms for bulk liquid shipments in IBC totes