Industrial Phosphorus Oxychloride for Pesticide Production from Japan
This industrial variant of phosphorus oxychloride is used as an intermediate in synthesizing organophosphate pesticides like malathion. It is a pure, chemically defined compound under HTS 2812.12.00.00, specifically for nonmetal chloride oxides. Imported in ISO tanks for agrochemical plants.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Comply with FIFRA/EPA pesticide import regs if end-use declared; use corrosion-resistant containers; test for moisture content to ensure stability