High-Purity Polyphosphoric Acid for Semiconductor Etching

Ultra-pure polyphosphoric acid (99%+), free of metallic impurities, used in microelectronics for wafer etching and doping. Falls under HTS 2809.20.00.40 as a chemically defined polyphosphoric acid per Chapter 28 notes.

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.

3818.00.00Higher: 50% vs 35%

If doped or cut into wafers for electronics

Chemically modified silicon/phosphorus compounds for semiconductors shift to 3818.

2809.20.00Same rate: 35%

If analyzed as simple phosphoric acid

Lack of polymerization proof leads to phosphoric acid classification.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 35%

If as etching mixture with additives

Formulations with fluorides or surfactants become chemical preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Submit impurity analysis (<1 ppm metals) to justify 'chemically defined' status

• Use cleanroom-compatible packaging; declare as high-tech material for possible duty relief

• Comply with ITAR/EAR if destined for semiconductor defense applications