Butyl Benzyl Phthalate (BBP) Substitute Phosphate from China
This proprietary triaryl phosphate replaces BBP in flooring and wallcoverings, providing similar solvency with better fire performance. HTS 2919.90.50.10 covers it as phosphoric ester plasticizer replacing restricted phthalates. Meets stringent indoor air quality standards.
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
• Include substitution validation studies demonstrating equivalent plasticizing efficiency
• Certify <0.1% phthalate impurities for REACH SVHC exemption
• Document TVOC emissions <500μg/m³ for LEED certification support