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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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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

White Phosphorus (Yellow Phosphorus) from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2804.70.00.00