Phosflex 71B Flame Retardant from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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