Triethyl Phosphate (TEP) from Canada
Triethyl phosphate acts as a catalyst, solvent, and flame retardant in resins and plastics manufacturing. As a low molecular weight phosphoric ester, it falls under HTS 2919.90.50.50 per chapter provisions for separate organic phosphate compounds. Widely used in pharmaceutical synthesis intermediates.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• GMP certification beneficial for pharma intermediate applications
• Avoid plastic packaging; use HDPE/steel drums per chemical standards
• Declare as pure compound; plasticizer blends go to 3824