Cresyl Diphenyl Phosphate (CDP) from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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'