Carbonyl Chloride (Phosgene) from Canada
Carbonyl chloride, commonly called phosgene (COCl2), is a toxic gas used in polyurethane and isocyanate production. It qualifies as a halide oxide of carbon under HTS 2812.90.00.90 per Chapter 28 note 2(b). Strict handling due to extreme toxicity.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Requires DEA/EPA import license; declare as UN1076 poison gas with full risk assessment
• Cylinder imports must have DOT/UN spec markings; no retail packaging allowed
• Purity >99% needed for Chapter 28; admixtures go to 3824