White Phosphorus (Yellow Phosphorus) from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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