Industrial Paint Flame Retardant Additive Tris Phosphate Blend from Japan
Viscous blend containing tris(2,3-dibromopropyl) phosphate for incorporation into intumescent coatings for steel structures. Classified in 3824.83.00.00 due to specific inclusion of the subheading note 3 substance in this chemical preparation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include compatibility test data with specific paint bases to prevent classification disputes
• Comply with VOC emission standards for paint additives containing halogenated compounds
• Monitor shelf life closely as brominated phosphates can degrade in certain paint formulations