Phosgene Gas Cylinder from Japan
A pressurized steel cylinder containing carbonyl dichloride (phosgene) gas, used primarily as an intermediate in organic chemical synthesis. It falls under HTS 2812.11.00.00 as a halide oxide of carbon, specifically phosgene, which is a chloride oxide of nonmetals. This classification applies to the pure chemical compound in gaseous or liquefied form.
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
• Obtain EPA approvals and TSCA pre-manufacture notices due to phosgene's toxicity and regulation as a hazardous substance
• Ensure DOT-compliant packaging and labeling for transport of compressed toxic gases to avoid customs delays
• Verify end-use declarations to prevent misclassification as a pesticide intermediate under Chapter 38