Diphenyl 2-Ethylhexyl Phosphate from Mexico
This mixed alkyl-aryl phosphate ester serves as a plasticizer for nitrocellulose lacquers and flame retardant. HTS 2919.90.50.50 covers it as an unspecified phosphoric ester under Chapter 29 organic compounds scope. The ester linkage defines its principal chemical character.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Molecular weight certification helps distinguish from polymer additives
• TSCA new chemical review if >1% novel impurities