4,4'-Diphenylbisphosphonous Acid Di(2',2",4',4"-di-tert-butyl)phenyl Ester

This is a specific aromatic organo-inorganic compound containing phosphorus directly linked to carbon atoms, classified under HTS 2931.90.10.00 as a named product in the 'Other' category of organo-inorganic compounds. It is used primarily as a stabilizer and antioxidant in polymer processing and high-performance plastics.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2931.90.30.00Higher: 41.5% vs 16.5%

If containing cadmium compounds or prepared for electroplating baths

Organo-inorganic compounds with specific metal content or end-use preparations fall under different 2931.90 subheadings.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 16.5%

If imported as mixture or solution exceeding 30% concentration with other additives

Chemical preparations or mixtures not qualifying as separate chemically defined compounds per Chapter 29 notes are classified in Chapter 38.

2909.60.20.00Higher: 40.5% vs 16.5%

If classified primarily by alcohol function rather than organo-inorganic phosphorus

Chapter notes prioritize classification by the heading last in numerical order; alcohol-phenols may take precedence over organo-inorganic if phosphorus not defining feature.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide detailed chemical analysis (NMR, IR spectra) confirming the exact structure matches the named compound in 2931.90.10.00 to avoid reclassification

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and end-use statements showing industrial chemical applications, not retail packaging

Verify purity levels (>98%) as impurities may affect classification; common pitfall is mislabeling as general phosphite ester under broader codes