Carbonyl Chloride (Phosgene) from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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