Tris(2-chloroethyl) Phosphate (TCEP) from Germany
Tris(2-chloroethyl) phosphate is a halogenated organo-phosphorus compound used primarily as a flame retardant in plastics, textiles, and polyurethane foams. It falls under HTS 2931.59.00 as a halogenated organo-inorganic compound with phosphorus and chlorine directly linked to carbon atoms, not classifiable as sulfonated or halogenated derivatives of other headings.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify chemical purity and provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) to confirm classification under 2931.59.00
• Check REACH, TSCA, and Prop 65 restrictions as TCEP is regulated for environmental and health concerns
• Include Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and ensure proper UN packaging for hazardous chemical transport