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Tripropyl Phosphorothioate Flame Retardant Intermediate from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• 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