Dicalcium Phosphate Dihydrate (DCPD)
Dicalcium phosphate dihydrate is a white, odorless powder composed of calcium hydrogen phosphate with two molecules of water, classified under HTS 2835.26.00.00 as other phosphates of calcium. It is primarily used as a dietary supplement in animal feed and as a phosphate source in food processing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If blended with nitrogen/potash for fertilizer use
Fertilizer mixtures containing calcium phosphates fall under Chapter 31, not pure chemical compounds.
If chemically defined but prepared for lab/analytical use
Chemical preparations with specific formulations for lab use shift to mixtures heading 3824.
If other metal salts present in the compound
Double salts with other metals classify under 2835.29, per Chapter Note 6 on complex salts.
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
• Verify purity and hydrate form via Certificate of Analysis (CoA) to confirm classification as chemically defined calcium phosphate
• Include REACH or TSCA compliance docs for chemical import; avoid misclassification as fertilizer under Chapter 31
• Check for heavy metal contaminants as per FDA regs for feed/food use; bulk shipments need proper ventilation
Related Products under HTS 2835.26.00.00
Tricalcium Phosphate (TCP) Powder
Tricalcium phosphate is a calcium orthophosphate powder used as a food additive, anticaking agent, and in pharmaceuticals, falling under HTS 2835.26.00.00 for other calcium phosphates. It provides calcium and phosphorus essential for bone health supplements.
Tetracalcium Phosphate (TTCP) for Biomedical Use
Tetracalcium phosphate is a high-calcium phosphate phase used in bone cements and dental restoratives, classified under HTS 2835.26.00.00 as other calcium phosphates. It reacts to form hydroxyapatite in vivo.
Hydroxyapatite Nanopowder (Synthetic Calcium Phosphate)
Synthetic hydroxyapatite nanopowder mimics bone mineral for coatings, scaffolds, and supplements, under HTS 2835.26.00.00 as other calcium phosphates. It is chemically defined as Ca10(PO4)6(OH)2.
Calcium Phosphate Tribasic Granules
Granular tricalcium phosphate used in nutritional supplements and as a flow agent, classified in HTS 2835.26.00.00 for other calcium phosphates. The granulation improves handling and dissolution.
Dibasic Calcium Phosphate Anhydrous (DCPA)
Anhydrous dicalcium phosphate is a dry binder in tablets and toothpastes, under HTS 2835.26.00.00 as other calcium phosphates. Lacks water of hydration unlike dihydrate form.
Calcium Metaphosphate Glassy Flakes
Glassy calcium metaphosphate flakes used in dental cements and sealants, classified under HTS 2835.26.00.00 for other calcium phosphates. Provides controlled solubility.