3,9-Dimethyl-2,4,8,10-tetraoxa-3,9-diphosphaspiro[5.5]undecane 3,9-dioxide from Japan
This is a specific non-halogenated organo-phosphorus compound featuring a spirocyclic structure with two phosphonate groups, classified under HTS 2931.48.00.00 as an organo-inorganic compound where phosphorus is directly linked to carbon. It is used primarily as a synthetic intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
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