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Methyl [O-2-(Dipropylamino)ethyl] Methylphosphonite Ester

This O-alkyl ester of a dipropylaminoethyl hydrogen methylphosphonite falls squarely under HTS 2931.49.00.08 due to its defined dialkylamino and C≤10 alkyl structure. Primarily utilized in ligand synthesis for transition metal catalysts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+108.8%112.5%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+106.3%110%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+106.3%110%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+21.3%21.3%
🇯🇵JapanFree+23.8%23.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

2933.59.15.00Same rate: 112.5%

If containing heterocyclic oxygen ring structures

Chapter notes exclude epoxides/cyclic structures from 2931-2934 if ring heteroatoms dominate classification.

2920.90Lower: 16.2% vs 112.5%

If for the quaternary alkylated salt form with extended chains

If heavily alkylated beyond protonated salts, it may classify as other esters of nitrogen-function compounds.

2853Lower: 15.3% vs 112.5%

If metal coordination complex formed

Chapter note 3(C)(3) directs coordination compounds to latest numerical heading among fragments.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Label containers with UN number for phosphorous esters; mislabeling leads to customs holds

• Provide structural formula verification via NMR/GC-MS data to confirm classification over broader 2931.49.00

• Avoid retail packaging as this triggers exclusion under Chapter notes for consumer preparations