Cresyl Diphenyl Phosphate (CDP) from Germany
Cresyl diphenyl phosphate is a mixed aromatic phosphoric ester serving as a flame retardant in engineering plastics and hydraulic fluids. It qualifies for HTS 2919.90.30.00 as an 'other' aromatic derivative of phosphoric esters per Chapter 29 chemical compound definitions.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Submit NMR/GC-MS analysis confirming aromatic substitution pattern
• Document stabilizer content doesn't exceed Chapter 29 note (f) allowances
• Label clearly as 'chemical intermediate' not 'hydraulic fluid component'