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
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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