P2O5 Phosphorus Pentoxide Technical Grade
Technical grade diphosphorus pentaoxide, a powdery white solid used in large-scale production of phosphate esters and flame retardants. Its strong dehydrating power makes it indispensable in manufacturing detergents and water treatment chemicals. Falls squarely under HTS 2809.10.00.00 for pure diphosphorus pentaoxide.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +37.5% | 37.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If converted to sodium tripolyphosphate salts
Specific phosphatic salts like sodium tripolyphosphate are under heading 2835.
If used in paints as a pigment dispersant preparation
Formulated into paint/varnish preparations shifts to Chapter 32.
If for chemical preparations containing P2O5 with additives
Any mixture exceeding simple compound status goes to heading 3824.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include REACH or TSCA certification for chemical registration in importing countries
• Document as 'not for fertilizer use' to bypass Chapter 31 exclusions
Related Products under HTS 2809.10.00.00
Phosphorus Pentoxide Desiccant Grade
High-purity phosphorus pentoxide in granular form, optimized for use as a desiccant in laboratory and industrial drying applications. It avidly absorbs moisture from solvents and gases, forming phosphoric acid traps. Classified under HTS 2809.10.00.00 as the pure diphosphorus pentaoxide compound per Chapter 28 definitions.
Anhydrous Phosphorus Pentoxide Flake Form
Flake-form diphosphorus pentaoxide designed for easier handling in automated chemical processing lines. Primarily employed in the synthesis of phosphoric acid anhydrides and as a catalyst support. Classified as diphosphorus pentaoxide under HTS 2809.10.00.00, meeting Chapter 28 purity standards.
Diphosphorus Pentaoxide Anhydride P2O5
Diphosphorus pentaoxide (P2O5), also known as phosphorus pentoxide, is a white, deliquescent powder used primarily as a dehydrating and drying agent in chemical synthesis. It reacts with water to form phosphoric acid, making it essential for producing high-purity phosphates and in organic reactions requiring anhydrous conditions. This chemically defined inorganic compound is specifically classified under HTS 2809.10.00.00 as diphosphorus pentaoxide.