PCl3 for Flame Retardant Production from Japan
Phosphorus trichloride specifically manufactured for synthesizing organophosphorus flame retardants, falling squarely under HTS 2812.13.00.00 as a nonmetal chloride. Key intermediate in TDCPP and other retardant chemistries.
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
• Label as 'Flame retardant intermediate' but classify based on chemical identity, not end-use
• Monitor REACH/SVHC status as some downstream products are regulated
• Bulk imports require secondary containment due to moisture reactivity