Tricresyl Phosphate (TCP) from China
TCP functions as a high-temperature plasticizer for synthetic lubricants and PVC plastisols in automotive and aerospace applications. It qualifies under HTS 2919.90.50.10 as a phosphoric ester plasticizer with its cresyl groups providing oxidative stability. Primarily used where extreme temperature resistance is required.
Duty Rate — China → United States
28.7%
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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify ortho-isomer content below 0.1% to comply with nerve agent precursor restrictions
• Include end-use statements specifying lubricant/plasticizer applications for CBP verification
• Ensure ISO 9001/REACH compliance documentation for quality assurance claims