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2853.90.50.00/Calcium Phosphide/Japan

Calcium Phosphide from Japan

Calcium phosphide serves as a phosphide for generating phosphine gas in life-saving pyrotechnic signal flares and smoke generators. It is classified under HTS 2853.90.50.00 as a phosphide of other metals, chemically defined per Chapter 28 notes. This reactive compound is used in emergency signaling devices.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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Import Tips

• Comply with DOT hazardous material regulations (UN1432); include phosphine emission test data

• For pyrotechnic use, cross-reference ATF import requirements if destined for signal flares

Calcium Phosphide from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2853.90.50.00