Phosphor Copper Deoxidizer Shot P20Cu80 from China
P20Cu80 phosphor copper shot consists of 20% phosphorus and 80% copper, cast into small spherical pellets for precise addition in aluminum bronze and brass production. Classified in HTS 2853.90.10.00 as it qualifies as copper phosphide exceeding 15% phosphorus weight, per Chapter 28 note on heading 2853 including phosphor copper. Essential for preventing gas porosity in castings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use shot form declaration with size specs; provide end-use statement for metallurgical applications to support classification
• Common pitfall: incorrect alloy declaration leading to higher duties under Chapter 74