Phosphoryl Chloride (POCl3) Technical Grade

Although the heading specifies phosphorus trichloride, phosphoryl chloride (POCl3) shares the subheading in practice as a chloride oxide of phosphorus under HTS 2812.13.00.00. This fuming liquid is essential for producing phosphate esters in pharmaceuticals.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2812.12.00.00Same rate: 38.7%

If phosphorous oxychloride with different oxygen content

Specific chemical variants separated within 2812 chlorides.

2931Lower: 13.7% vs 38.7%

If used in antibiotic manufacturing as tetraphosphorus decasulfide replacement

Certain organophosphorus compounds for antibiotics in Chapter 29.

3824.99.39Lower: 35% vs 38.7%

If diluted with solvents for safe handling

Solvent mixtures classified as preparations, not pure compounds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Differentiate POCl3 from PCl3 via CAS number (10025-87-3 vs 7719-12-2) in import docs

Require DOT SP 151 packaging exemption documentation for bulk shipments

Test for hydrolysis products which could shift classification to mixtures