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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
🇨🇳China3.7%+96.3%100%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+96.3%100%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+96.3%100%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+11.3%15%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+11.3%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

2932.99.70Lower: 44% vs 100%

If containing heterocyclic oxygen/nitrogen rings in molecular structure

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

2909.60.20Lower: 43% vs 100%

If for alcohol precursors used in synthesis rather than final phosphonate

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

3824.99Lower: 17.5% vs 100%

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

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

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

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