Diphenyl 2-Ethylhexyl Phosphate from Mexico
This mixed aromatic-aliphatic phosphoric ester functions as a flame retardant plasticizer for PVC and flexible foams. Falls under HTS 2919.90.30.00 because the molecule contains aromatic rings, classified as 'aromatic' per tariff structure despite mixed substituents.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
6.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Critical to provide molecular structure diagram showing aromatic rings for 2919.90.30 classification
• Ensure documentation specifies chemical identity, not trade name suggesting mixtures
• Monitor import volumes; may trigger ADD investigations from flame retardant producers