Industrial Grade Phosphorus Pentachloride Flakes
Flake-form phosphorus pentachloride (PCl5) at 98% minimum purity for bulk industrial chlorination processes in pesticide and pharmaceutical production. Classified under HTS 2812.14.00.00 as the specific chemically defined chloride of phosphorus. Supplied in 25kg fiber drums with desiccants.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in molten or elemental phosphorus form before chlorination
Elemental phosphorus (white/red) classifies under chemical elements heading 2804, not halides.
If as double salt complex like PCl5 with ammonium
Complex or double salts of inorganic acids fall under 2842 per Chapter Note.
If supported on catalyst carrier for reaction use
Supported catalysts with precious metal or chemical active agents go to Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm assay certificate shows >97% PCl5 to avoid reclassification as technical grade mixture
• Use UN-approved drums; declare as Class 8 corrosive with subsidiary risk 6.1 toxic
• Check country-specific restrictions—banned or restricted in some regions due to phosphorus content
Related Products under HTS 2812.14.00.00
Phosphorus Pentachloride 99% Pure Crystals
Phosphorus pentachloride (PCl5) in crystalline form with 99% purity, used primarily as a chlorinating agent in organic synthesis to convert carboxylic acids to acid chlorides. It falls under HTS 2812.14.00.00 as a chloride oxide of the nonmetal phosphorus, specifically phosphorus pentachloride, meeting the chemical definition in Chapter 28. Typically packaged in sealed glass bottles to prevent hydrolysis by moisture.
Pharma-Grade Phosphorus Pentachloride Powder
High-purity (99.9%) powdered phosphorus pentachloride meeting USP/EP standards for pharmaceutical intermediate production, particularly for acid chloride formation in API synthesis. HTS 2812.14.00.00 covers this chemically defined nonmetal halide oxide. Packaged in 1kg HDPE bottles under nitrogen.
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.
Technical Phosphorus Pentachloride Granules
Granular technical grade PCl5 at 97% purity for water treatment chemical manufacturing and metal surface etching applications. Classified as phosphorus pentachloride under HTS 2812.14.00.00 per Chapter 28 definitions. Bulk packed in 50kg steel drums.