2-Ethylhexyl Diphenyl Phosphate from Mexico
An aromatic phosphoric ester used in grease additives and flame retardant plastics. The presence of phenyl groups qualifies it as aromatic under HTS 2919.90.30.00 despite the aliphatic 2-ethylhexyl chain.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6093.5%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Structure diagram essential showing two aromatic phenyl groups
• Avoid 'grease additive' labeling to prevent 3811 classification
• Biodegradation data may be required for environmental compliance