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Anhydrous Phosphorus Pentachloride Reagent

Laboratory reagent grade phosphorus pentachloride (PCl5), anhydrous crystalline solid used for moisture-sensitive dehydration and chlorination in synthetic chemistry research. Falls squarely under HTS 2812.14.00.00 as chemically defined phosphorus pentachloride. Sold in 100g-500g glass ampoules.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

3824Lower: 15% vs 35%

If prepared as non-hazardous lab chemical mixture

Lab chemicals put up in packings for retail sale, not pure, go to 3824.

2849.90.50.00Higher: 38.7% vs 35%

If containing carbide impurities > certain level

Carbides mixed with halides may classify under carbides heading per Chapter Note 2(e).

2812.12.00.00Higher: 38.7% vs 35%

If phosphorus trichloride (PCl3) mislabeled as PCl5

PCl3 has separate specific subheading 2812.12 immediately preceding.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include lot analysis showing <0.1% phosphorus oxychloride impurity

Label as UN1806; requires fume hood handling certification for facilities

Small packages (<1kg) may qualify for lower hazard declarations