Potassium Phosphate Tribasic

Potassium phosphate tribasic (K3PO4) acts as a sequestrant in detergents and food processing. Classified as a phosphate of potassium under HTS 2835.24.00.00, meeting inorganic compound definitions.

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.

2835.31.00.00Lower: 36.4% vs 38.1%

If in form of polyphosphate chains

Polyphosphates of potassium separate from simple phosphates in 2835.31.

3402.90.50Higher: 38.7% vs 38.1%

If pre-mixed into cleaning preparations

Prepared detergents containing phosphates classify as finished goods in Chapter 34.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

Specify industrial vs food grade in entry summary; comply with TSCA for chemical import notification; avoid classifying with polyphosphates which go to 2835.39

Related Products under HTS 2835.24.00.00