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.

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 chlorinated derivatives like chlorodiphenylphosphine

Any halogen directly attached to phosphorus classifies as halogenated organo-inorganic compound.

2934.99Higher: 16.5% vs 3.7%

If when sold as metal phosphine complex (e.g., Rh/PPh3)

Coordination compounds with metals classify under the later numerical heading per Chapter Note 5(C).

3824.99Higher: 15% vs 3.7%

If diluted in solvent beyond transport/stabilization limits

Solutions exceeding Chapter Note 2(e) safety/transport criteria become chemical preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Label with CAS 603-35-0 and purity percentage; impurities >2% may trigger reclassification review

• Ship under proper DOT/UN 2810 poison label; temperature control may be required for stability

• Maintain Certificates of Analysis showing <0.1% halogen content to prevent misclassification

Related Products under HTS 2931.49.00.80

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.

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.