Flame Retardant P-141 from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6096.3%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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