Diphenyl 2-Ethylhexyl Phosphate (DPHP) from China
DPHP is a mixed alkyl-aryl phosphoric ester plasticizer balancing flame retardancy and flexibility for cable sheathing. Falls under HTS 2919.90.50.10 as halogen-free phosphoric ester plasticizer alternative to phthalates. Offers processing advantages in calendered PVC films.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Certify REACH Annex XVII compliance for phthalate replacement claims
• Provide gelation speed comparisons versus DOP for technical classification support
• Ensure color stability data (APHA <50) for white/light-colored applications