Dimethyl Phosphite (DMP)
Dimethyl phosphite is a colorless liquid organophosphorus compound with the formula (CH3O)2P(O)H, classified under HTS 2920.21.00.00 as a phosphite ester of an inorganic acid of nonmetal (phosphorous acid). It serves as a key reagent in organic synthesis for producing phosphonate esters and flame retardants.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing metal impurities directly linked to carbon
Organo-inorganic compounds with metal atoms shift to heading 2931 per chapter notes.
If imported as a formulated mixture with solvents
Solutions exceeding safety/transport thresholds classify as chemical preparations in Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity levels (>98%) via Certificate of Analysis to meet chemical import standards; ensure proper Hazard Communication labeling for corrosive properties; declare as pure compound to avoid mixture reclassification under Chapter 38
Related Products under HTS 2920.21.00.00
Distilled Dimethyl Phosphite 99%
High-purity distilled dimethyl phosphite (99% assay) is a phosphite ester used in pesticide intermediate production, falling under HTS 2920.21.00.00 due to its chemical definition as (CH3O)2P(O)H. It meets chapter note (a) for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
Industrial Grade Dimethyl Phosphite
Industrial dimethyl phosphite, typically 97-98% pure, is employed in manufacturing water treatment agents and as a reducing agent, classified in HTS 2920.21.00.00 as a pure phosphite ester. Its structure qualifies under chapter provisions for esters of inorganic nonmetal acids.
Dimethyl Phosphite with Stabilizer
Dimethyl phosphite stabilized with BHT for transport stability is a phosphite ester under HTS 2920.21.00.00, as chapter note (f) allows stabilizers necessary for preservation without changing classification. Used in herbicide synthesis.
Technical Dimethyl Phosphite for Flame Retardants
Technical grade dimethyl phosphite designed for flame retardant production is classified as a pure phosphite ester in HTS 2920.21.00.00 per chapter note (a). It reacts to form phosphorus-containing polymers.
High Assay Dimethyl Phosphite 99.5%
Ultra-high purity 99.5% dimethyl phosphite for pharmaceutical intermediates falls under HTS 2920.21.00.00 as a chemically defined phosphite ester. Its precision purity supports sensitive reactions.
Dimethyl Phosphite in Aqueous Solution 50%
50% dimethyl phosphite in water, prepared for safe transport, remains under HTS 2920.21.00.00 per chapter note (d) for products of note (a) dissolved in water. Used in corrosion inhibitors.