Methylphosphonic Dichloride

Methylphosphonic dichloride (CH3P(O)Cl2) contains phosphorus bonded solely to one methyl group and two chlorine atoms, fitting HTS 2930.90.9225's criteria for phosphorus compounds with specified alkyl groups. This reactive intermediate is used in organophosphorus synthesis. No other carbon atoms are present in the core structure.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%3.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%3.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%3.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%3.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%3.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2930.90Same rate: 3.7%

If containing different alkyl groups beyond methyl/ethyl/n-propyl/isopropyl

Heading 2930.90.9100 covers other organo-sulfur/phosphorus compounds without the specific alkyl restriction.

2811.19Higher: 14.2% vs 3.7%

If classified by halogen content rather than organic function

Inorganic acid halides take precedence under Chapter 28 note 2 exclusions if organic character is secondary.

2901.10Higher: 10% vs 3.7%

If for bulk industrial intermediates without purity specification

Acyclic hydrocarbons with phosphorus may shift if primary function is hydrocarbon per chapter hierarchy.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ship with stabilizer as required by chapter note (e); unstabilized forms pose safety risks during transport

Include reaction pathway documentation showing derivation from methylphosphonic acid to confirm heading placement

Verify no solvent content exceeds transport safety limits per chapter note (e) to avoid reclassification

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