Merchant Grade Phosphoric Acid 54% P2O5

Merchant grade phosphoric acid (MGA) at 54% P2O5 is a wet-process acid used primarily in fertilizer manufacturing. Classified under HTS 2809.20.00.10 due to its P2O5 content below 65% and fertilizer grade specification. It is the standard input for global phosphate fertilizer production.

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.

3102.10.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If further processed into superphosphoric acid fertilizers

Blended or granulated into mineral fertilizers, it moves to Chapter 31 as a finished fertilizer product.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 35%

If heavily impure or containing organic stabilizers

Mixtures with significant non-phosphoric impurities may classify as chemical preparations rather than chemically defined acids.

2809.20.00Same rate: 35%

If for industrial applications like rust removal

Same acid but labeled for non-fertilizer use falls under the 'other' phosphoric acid category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include origin certificates proving wet-process production; impurities affect valuation and classification

Use corrosion-resistant IBC totes or tank containers; declare exact concentration to avoid reclassification

Check for anti-dumping duties from major producers like Morocco or China; maintain supply chain records