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TEP-Enhanced BPEMP Polyether

This is a triethyl phosphate-modified bis(polyoxyethylene) methylphosphonate formulation maintaining >95% named polymer content. Classified under 3907.21.00.00 per subheading note (a)(1) as the core monomer units predominate. Used in flexible PU foams for furniture and automotive applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+37.5%44%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3907.91Lower: 19% vs 44%

If higher MW polyether phosphonate

Polysiloxanes or different polyether derivatives use separate subheadings.

3824.99.39Lower: 37.5% vs 44%

If technical grade mixtures

Impure preparations (<95% single polymer) classified as chemical mixtures.

2909.49Lower: 18% vs 44%

If ether-alcohol derivatives

If classified by alcohol functional group rather than polymer content.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Submit detailed monomer analysis showing BPEMP units >95% weight to justify specific subheading

• Label drums/barrels with UN number for flammable liquid handling during customs clearance