Phosflex 71B Flame Retardant

Phosflex 71B is a commercial grade bis(polyoxyethylene) methylphosphonate used as a low-viscosity reactive flame retardant. It falls under HTS 3907.21.00.00 as it matches the specific polyether phosphonate structure in primary liquid form. Commonly incorporated into polyurethane foams and coatings during manufacturing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+25.0%31.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%6.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%6.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3907Same rate: 31.5%

If simple polyethylene glycol phosphonate

Polyethylene oxide/propylene oxide polymers classified separately unless specifically bis(polyoxyethylene) methylphosphonate structure predominates.

2931Lower: 13.7% vs 31.5%

If for organo-phosphorus flame retardants

Other organo-phosphorus compounds may fall under Chapter 29 if polyether content insufficient per subheading note (a)(4).

3811.21.00.00Higher: 41.5% vs 31.5%

If additive mixtures with >70% surfactants

Surfactant-based additive preparations exceed polymer classification threshold.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide manufacturer's specification confirming BPEMP content meets HTS naming criteria (95%+ by weight)

Declare as 'primary form polyether' not finished product to prevent reclassification under Chapter 38

Check TSCA registration for US import; non-compliant chemicals face seizure