Bis(1-methylpentyl) Methylphosphonate

Bis(1-methylpentyl) methylphosphonate is a non-halogenated organo-phosphorus compound featuring phosphorus directly linked to carbon atoms, classified under HTS 2931.49.00.25 as a specific organo-inorganic derivative. It serves as a chemical intermediate in synthesis and has applications in flame retardants and plasticizers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan3.7%โ€”3.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

2931.90.30.00Higher: 41.5% vs 3.7%

If containing arsenic or other nonmetals/metals directly linked to carbon

Organo-inorganic compounds with additional heteroatoms beyond phosphorus fall under other subheadings in 2931.

2930.90Higher: 13.7% vs 3.7%

If classified primarily as organo-sulfur rather than organo-phosphorus

Chapter notes prioritize organo-sulfur compounds (2930) over organo-inorganic if sulfur-carbon linkage predominates.

3824.99Higher: 15% vs 3.7%

If imported as a formulated mixture or solution exceeding chapter note limitations

Mixtures not qualifying under chapter 29 notes (e.g., with solvents rendering specific use) shift to chapter 38 miscellaneous chemicals.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Verify chemical purity and provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) to confirm identity as bis(1-methylpentyl) methylphosphonate per HTS specifications

โ€ข Include Safety Data Sheet (SDS) detailing non-halogenated nature and phosphorus-carbon bonding to avoid misclassification

โ€ข Check REACH or TSCA compliance for phosphorus compounds; improper documentation can lead to CBP holds