Phosphorus Oxychloride from China
Phosphorus oxychloride (POCl3), also known as phosphoryl chloride, is a colorless liquid used in organic synthesis and as a chlorinating agent. It qualifies under HTS 2811.19.61 as an other inorganic oxygen compound of nonmetals, specifically phosphorus. Its classification stems from Chapter 28 notes on nonmetal acid derivatives.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Classify as corrosive hazardous material (UN1830) with DOT-compliant packaging
• Include manufacturer assay reports confirming >99% purity to avoid duty disputes
• Check for REACH-like restrictions if transshipping from EU