Cresyl Diphenyl Phosphate from Japan
Cresyl diphenyl phosphate is an organophosphate ester employed as a hydraulic fluid base and flame retardant in aviation lubricants. It qualifies for HTS 2919.90.50.50 as a non-specific phosphoric ester and salt under the chapter notes for chemically defined organic compounds. The mixed aryl structure places it in the 'other' category.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit technical data sheets showing phosphate ester structure to avoid reclassification as hydrocarbon mixtures
• Comply with DOT hazardous material shipping requirements for flammable liquids
• Verify no neurotoxic impurities exceed 0.1% to prevent pesticide classification