Tributylphosphine

Tributylphosphine is a non-halogenated organophosphorus compound with the formula P(C4H9)3, containing phosphorus directly bonded to carbon atoms. It falls under HTS 2931.49.0080 as an organo-inorganic compound that is a non-halogenated organo-phosphorus derivative not elsewhere specified. Used primarily as a ligand in organometallic catalysis and in organic synthesis.

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.

2931Same rate: 3.7%

If contains halogen substituents on phosphorus or carbon chains

Halogenated organo-phosphorus compounds shift to the halogenated organo-inorganic compounds heading.

2933.39.41.00Higher: 6.5% vs 3.7%

If imported as a phosphonate ester rather than phosphine

Heterocyclic compounds with phosphorus in ring structure or phosphonate esters classify under Chapter 2933.

2909.60.20.00Higher: 40.5% vs 3.7%

If for alcohol phosphites without direct P-C bonding

Compounds with P-O-C linkages rather than P-C bonds fall under Chapter 29 heading 2909 for phosphites.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide detailed chemical analysis (NMR, mass spec) confirming P-C bonds and absence of halogens to justify Chapter 29 classification

• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and CAS number (998-40-3) on commercial invoice for CBP verification

• Ensure proper UN packaging for flammable liquids (Class 4.2/4.3) to avoid delays

Related Products under HTS 2931.49.00.80

Triphenylphosphine

Triphenylphosphine (PPh3) is a widely used organophosphorus ligand featuring three direct P-C bonds to phenyl groups. Classified under HTS 2931.49.0080 as a non-halogenated organo-phosphorus derivative. Essential in Wittig reactions, palladium catalysis, and polymer chemistry.

Tris(trimethylsilyl)phosphine

Tris(trimethylsilyl)phosphine [(Me3Si)3P] contains three direct P-Si-C linkages through silicon, qualifying as organo-inorganic with phosphorus-carbon connectivity via heteroatoms. Falls under HTS 2931.49.0080 as non-halogenated organo-phosphorus derivative. Used in low-valent phosphorus chemistry and semiconductor precursors.

Diphenylphosphane Borane Complex

This stable complex (Ph2PH·BH3) features direct P-C bonds and P-B coordination, qualifying as organo-inorganic under Chapter 29. Classified HTS 2931.49.0080 as non-halogenated organo-phosphorus derivative. Used for hydrophosphination and as phosphine transfer reagent.

Ethyl Diphenylphosphinate

Ethyl diphenylphosphinate (Ph2P(O)OEt) contains two direct P-C bonds to phenyl groups, classifying as non-halogenated organo-phosphorus derivative under HTS 2931.49.0080. Used as flame retardant intermediate and oxidation reagent.

Dichlorophosphine (Pure)

Dichlorophosphine (HPCl2) is a non-halogenated organo-phosphorus compound despite chlorine on phosphorus, as classification follows Chapter Note excluding only C-halogen/P-halogen derivatives. HTS 2931.49.0080 for other non-halogenated derivatives. Reactive intermediate for phosphine synthesis.

Cyclohexylphenylphosphine

Cyclohexylphenylphosphine (C6H11)P(C6H5) features two distinct P-C bonds, qualifying under non-halogenated organo-phosphorus derivatives HTS 2931.49.0080. Chiral ligand for asymmetric catalysis.