Tris(2-ethylhexyl) Phosphate (TOF) from China
Tris(2-ethylhexyl) phosphate serves as a defoamer and antistatic agent in plastics. Under HTS 2919.90.50, this trialkyl phosphoric ester fits 'other' category without derivative modifications. Its high molecular weight suits industrial applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Biodegradability data for TSCA reporting; declare as >99% pure ester
• Confirm no metal alcoholate impurities per note 5(D)