Vanadium Oxytrichloride from China
Vanadium oxytrichloride (VOCl3), also known as vanadyl chloride, is a chloride oxide of vanadium used in olefin polymerization catalysts and as a chlorinating agent. Classified under HTS 2827.39.10.00 for vanadium chlorides and chloride oxides, it qualifies as chemically defined per Chapter 28 notes. This fuming liquid is handled under inert atmospheres.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Classify correctly as chloride oxide; provide structural formula in documentation to distinguish from pure chlorides
• Comply with IMDG/49CFR hazardous material regs for UN 2446; avoid shipping delays from improper placarding
• TSCA pre-manufacture notice may apply for first-time importers; check EIN registration