Trimethyl Phosphate (TMP) from Mexico
Trimethyl phosphate is the triester of phosphoric acid and methanol, used as a flame retardant, solvent, and pesticide intermediate. It qualifies under HTS 2920.90.51.00 as an ester of phosphoric acid (inorganic acid of nonmetal phosphorus). Common in polymer processing and extraction processes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include REACH or TSCA registration numbers on commercial invoice for chemical compliance
• Verify phosphorous content via lab analysis to confirm Chapter 29 classification