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
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
• 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