Tris(2-chloroethyl) Phosphate (TCEP) from China
TCEP is a halogenated phosphoric triester used as a flame retardant in polyurethane foam and textiles despite regulatory scrutiny. HTS 2920.90.51.00 includes its halogenated derivatives of inorganic acid esters. Phased out in some uses but imported for industrial applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• TSCA reporting required for suspected carcinogen; maintain 5-year retention records
• Declare chlorine content precisely; affects halogenated derivative status