Flame Retardant P-141 from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
3.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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