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Tricresyl Phosphate (TCP) from Japan

Tricresyl phosphate is an aromatic organophosphate ester used as plasticizer and flame retardant in PVC and lubricants. Classified under HTS 2920.90.2000 as an aromatic ester of phosphoric acid with cresyl (methylphenyl) groups. It meets chapter 29 criteria for chemically defined inorganic acid esters.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Include ortho-cresyl content specification; high ortho-isomer versions face additional toxicity restrictions

Declare exact isomer composition to avoid classification disputes with customs

Tricresyl Phosphate (TCP) from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2920.90.20.00