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Tripropyl Phosphorothioate Flame Retardant Intermediate

A high-purity grade of 2,4,6-tripropyl-1,3,5,2,4,6-trioxatriphosphinane 2,4,6-trioxide used specifically as an intermediate in synthesizing phosphorus-based flame retardants for plastics. Classified under HTS 2931.46.00.00 due to its precise organo-phosphorus cyclic structure without halogens. Supplied as white crystalline powder for industrial chemical processing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+37.5%41.2%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2931Same rate: 41.2%

If for simpler trialkyl phosphites without the complex trioxatriphosphinane ring

Less complex organo-phosphorus compounds like PO(OR)3 structures fall earlier in 2931; the specific cyclic structure dictates 2931.46 placement.

2909.60.20.00Higher: 43% vs 41.2%

If containing alcohol functions making it classifiable as monocarboxylic acid derivative

Chapter notes require oxygen-function compounds to classify later; pure organo-inorganic phosphorus takes precedence over any minor functional groups.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide detailed end-use statement specifying flame retardant synthesis to support classification and avoid reclassification as finished additive

• Confirm batch testing for phosphorus content >40% to distinguish from generic organophosphorus mixtures

• Register under TSCA Premanufacture Notification if annual import volume exceeds 10,000 lbs