White Phosphorus (Yellow Phosphorus) from China
White phosphorus, also known as yellow phosphorus, is a waxy, poisonous, highly reactive form of elemental phosphorus stored under water. Used in military applications and chemical synthesis, it is classified under HTS 2804.70.00.00 as pure elemental phosphorus.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Strict licensing required due to its use in chemical weapons; check BIS export controls reciprocity
• Ship only in UN-approved containers under inert atmosphere to prevent spontaneous ignition
• Include safety data sheets detailing autoignition temperature below 30°C