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 CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2835.31.00.00Higher: 36.4% vs 35%

If converted to sodium tripolyphosphate salts

Specific phosphatic salts like sodium tripolyphosphate are under heading 2835.

3208.90.00.00Higher: 38.2% vs 35%

If used in paints as a pigment dispersant preparation

Formulated into paint/varnish preparations shifts to Chapter 32.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 35%

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