Organophosphorus Plasticizer Additive Precursor from Japan
Specialty chemical (5-Ethyl-2-methyl-2-oxido-1,3,2-dioxaphosphinan-5-yl) methyl methyl methylphosphonate used to produce phosphorus-containing plasticizers for PVC applications. Classified in HTS 2931.47.00.00 for its specific non-halogenated organo-inorganic phosphorus structure.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide end-use statement for plasticizer manufacturing to support industrial chemical import valuation
• Ensure no coordination with metals that would trigger Chapter 29 note 3(C)(3) reclassification
• Confirm drum packaging prevents solvent evaporation maintaining solution stability per note (e)