Flame Retardant P-141

Flame Retardant P-141 is bis(1-methylpentyl) methylphosphonate used in polyurethane foams and textiles for fire safety, falling under HTS 2931.49.00.25 as a non-halogenated organo-phosphorus compound. Its P-C bonded structure qualifies it as an organo-inorganic derivative per chapter notes.

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.

2932.99.70Higher: 31.5% vs 3.7%

If containing heterocyclic oxygen/nitrogen rings in molecular structure

Chapter notes exclude cyclic structures from 2931, directing to heterocyclic compounds in 2932.

2909.60.20Higher: 40.5% vs 3.7%

If for alcohol precursors used in synthesis rather than final phosphonate

Precursor alcohols classify under their oxygen-function headings before phosphorus incorporation.

3824.99Higher: 15% vs 3.7%

If imported diluted with stabilizers exceeding chapter note (f) limits

Additives beyond preservation/transport purposes reclassify as chemical preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Include flash point and autoignition data in SDS; high-temperature stability distinguishes from generic phosphates

โ€ข For textile applications, provide fiber treatment protocols to demonstrate chemical identity preservation

โ€ข Monitor EPA flame retardant regulations; non-compliance can trigger import alerts beyond tariff issues