Industrial Polyphosphoric Acid for Polymer Catalysts

Viscous polyphosphoric acid used as a catalyst in alkylation and polyester production, with extended phosphate chains. It is a chemically defined compound under HTS 2809.20.00.40.

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.

3815.12.00Same rate: 35%

If supported on silica/alumina as finished catalyst

Prepared catalysts with chemical reaction-initiating properties go to 3815.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 35%

If blended with sulfuric acid

Acid mixtures for catalysis become preparations under 3824.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Test for free phosphoric acid content (<15%) to confirm poly form

• Ship in bulk tankers with heating coils to maintain fluidity

• Declare CAS 37267-86-0 or equivalent for polyphosphoric acids