Zinc Phosphite

Zinc phosphite (ZnHPO3) functions as a corrosion inhibitor and flame retardant in coatings. It is a phosphonate under HTS 2835.10.00.00 as a zinc salt meeting inorganic base criteria. The white powder disperses well in polymer matrices.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.1%+35.0%38.1%
🇲🇽Mexico3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇨🇦Canada3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇩🇪Germany3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇯🇵Japan3.1%+10.0%13.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

2833.27.00.00Lower: 25.6% vs 38.1%

If as zinc sulfate or other salts

Zinc compounds classified by specific anion in separate subheadings.

3811.90.00.00Higher: 41.5% vs 38.1%

If in anti-corrosion preparations

Formulated rust preventatives go to Chapter 38.

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Import Tips & Compliance

TSCA registration needed; specify particle size in specs; test for soluble zinc limits

Related Products under HTS 2835.10.00.00

Sodium Hypophosphite

Sodium hypophosphite (NaH2PO2) is a white crystalline powder used as a reducing agent in chemical synthesis and electroless nickel plating. It falls under HTS 2835.10.00.00 as a phosphinate (hypophosphite) of an inorganic base, meeting the chemically defined criteria of Chapter 28. This compound is essential in industrial processes for metal surface treatment.

Calcium Hypophosphite

Calcium hypophosphite (Ca(H2PO2)2) is an inorganic salt used in pharmaceuticals and as a food additive for calcium supplementation. Classified under HTS 2835.10.00.00 as a phosphinate (hypophosphite) derived from an inorganic base. It provides a source of hypophosphite ions in various applications.

Sodium Phosphite

Sodium phosphite (Na2HPO3) is a reducing agent and antioxidant used in water treatment and polymer production. It is classified in HTS 2835.10.00.00 as a phosphonate (phosphite) compound meeting Chapter 28 definitions. The product appears as a white powder or aqueous solution.

Potassium Phosphite

Potassium phosphite (KH2PO3) serves as a fungicide and plant nutrient in agriculture, promoting plant health. Under HTS 2835.10.00.00 as a phosphonate (phosphite) of potassium, an inorganic base. It is typically supplied as a liquid fertilizer concentrate.

Ammonium Hypophosphite

Ammonium hypophosphite (NH4H2PO2) is used in chemical reduction processes and polymer stabilizers. Classified as a phosphinate under HTS 2835.10.00.00 since chapter notes include ammonium salts. It is a white crystalline solid with strong reducing properties.

Manganese Hypophosphite

Manganese hypophosphite (Mn(H2PO2)2) is a specialty chemical used in nutritional supplements and catalysts. It qualifies under HTS 2835.10.00.00 as a metal phosphinate (hypophosphite). The compound provides both manganese and hypophosphite functionality.