Tricresyl Phosphate (TCP) from Mexico
Tricresyl phosphate is a triaryl phosphate ester used primarily as a plasticizer and flame retardant in plastics, lubricants, and vinyl applications. It falls under HTS 2919.90.50.50 as a phosphoric ester (phosphate ester) that is not specifically enumerated elsewhere in heading 2919. This classification applies to its chemical structure as an organophosphate ester without halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated, or nitrosated derivatives.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
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Import Tips
• Provide detailed chemical composition certificates and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to verify it qualifies as a phosphoric ester under Chapter 29
• Ensure compliance with TSCA regulations for chemical imports; pre-register if manufactured or processed in the US
• Avoid misclassification as a pesticide if purity exceeds 99%; impure forms may fall under Chapter 38