Wet Process Phosphoric Acid for DAP Fertilizer
Wet-process phosphoric acid derived from phosphate rock, containing 52-54% P2O5 with typical impurities like fluorides and sulfates, used primarily in diammonium phosphate (DAP) production. Classified under HTS 2809.20.00.20 as fertilizer grade 'other' due to its specific formulation and lower purity optimized for fertilizer manufacturing rather than technical applications.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If purified to merchant grade for non-fertilizer use
Removal of impurities elevates it to technical/merchant grade under the broader phosphoric acid category.
If pre-mixed as diammonium phosphate granules
Final fertilizer products like DAP are classified in Chapter 31 based on composition, not as input acids.
If blended with additives for specific formulations
Chemical preparations with admixtures exceed pure acid classification, moving to mixtures heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare wet-process origin and impurity profile in entry docs to distinguish from thermal phosphoric acid
• Comply with EPA fertilizer regulations; provide end-use certificates proving agricultural application
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