White Phosphorus (Yellow Phosphorus) from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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