Triphenyl Phosphate from Germany
Triphenyl phosphate is an aromatic ester of phosphoric acid used as a flame retardant in plastics and resins. It falls under HTS 2920.90.2000 as an aromatic ester of an inorganic acid (phosphoric acid) of a nonmetal (phosphorus), excluding hydrogen halides. Its structure features three phenyl groups attached to the phosphate core.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide detailed chemical composition and CAS number (115-86-6) on commercial invoice for proper classification
• Ensure SDS (Safety Data Sheet) accompanies shipment due to flammability and toxicity hazards
• Verify REACH compliance if transshipping through Europe; common pitfall is misclassifying as plastic additive under Chapter 39