Red Phosphorus Powder from Japan
Red phosphorus is an allotropic form of elemental phosphorus, appearing as a red powder, used primarily in the production of safety matches and flame retardants. It falls under HTS 2804.70.00.00 as it is chemically defined elemental phosphorus, a nonmetal classified in Chapter 28.
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
• Obtain certificates of analysis confirming purity as elemental phosphorus to avoid misclassification as compounds
• Comply with DOT hazardous material regulations for transport due to flammability risks
• Verify REACH or TSCA registration for chemical import notifications