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Triphenyl Phosphate (TPP) from Germany

Triphenyl phosphate serves as a flame retardant and plasticizer in PVC, resins, and nail polishes. Classified under HTS 2919.90.50 as a 'other' phosphoric ester, it matches the heading for non-substituted phosphate triesters. Its aryl phosphate structure distinguishes it from alkyl phosphates or derivatives.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Submit structural formula and molecular weight data to confirm classification as unsubstituted phosphoric ester

• Label with REACH compliance if from EU; avoid pitfalls by distinguishing from tris(2-chloroethyl) phosphate (TCEP) in 2919.90.20

• For plasticizer grades, specify non-coloring/non-odor additions per Chapter 29 note (g)