52% P2O5 Phosphoric Acid for NPK Fertilizer Production from Japan
Industrial-grade phosphoric acid at 52% P2O5 concentration from wet process, designed for blending into nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium (NPK) fertilizers. It qualifies for HTS 2809.20.00.20 as 'other' fertilizer grade phosphoric acid, differentiated by its cost-effective impurity levels unsuitable for food or pharma uses.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include spectrographic analysis in commercial invoice to certify P2O5 and heavy metal limits for fertilizer grade
• Coordinate with USDA for fertilizer import clearance; avoid delays with pre-submitted labels