Diphenylphosphinic Acid

Diphenylphosphinic acid (Ph2P(O)OH) features phosphorus bound to two phenyl carbons and oxygen functions. Falls under HTS 2931.49.00 as non-halogenated organo-phosphorus among other organo-inorganic compounds. Used in polymer flame retardants and coordination 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.

2920.90.20.00Higher: 41.5% vs 3.7%

If considered phosphonic acid derivative

Specific phosphonic/phosphinic acids classified later in heading 2920.

2933.99.97.01Higher: 6.5% vs 3.7%

If heterocyclic structure present

Heterocyclic compounds take precedence under Chapter 29 subchapter structure.

3809.93.50.00Higher: 41% vs 3.7%

If finishing agents for textiles

Mixtures containing >50% finishing agents classified under heading 3809.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit NMR spectra or GC-MS analysis confirming P-C bonding and non-halogenation

For flame retardant use, prepare FIFRA statements if destined for pesticide production

Watch for reclassification if salts formed—classified with acid per Chapter 29 note 3(C)(1)

Related Products under HTS 2931.49.00

Triphenylphosphine

Triphenylphosphine is an organophosphorus compound with the formula PPh3, containing phosphorus directly bonded to three carbon atoms of phenyl groups. It falls under HTS 2931.49.00 as a non-halogenated organo-phosphorus derivative, classified as 'other' organo-inorganic compounds per Chapter 29 notes. Primarily used as a ligand in organometallic catalysis and Wittig reaction reagent.

Tributylphosphine

Tributylphosphine (PBu3) is a tertiary phosphine with three butyl groups attached to phosphorus, used in organic synthesis and catalysis. Classified under HTS 2931.49.00 as a non-halogenated organo-phosphorus derivative among other organo-inorganic compounds. Its air-sensitive nature requires stabilizer additions permitted by Chapter 29 note (f).

Triethylphosphite

Triethylphosphite (P(OEt)3) is an organophosphorus ester used in the synthesis of pesticides and flame retardants. It qualifies under HTS 2931.49.00 as a non-halogenated organo-phosphorus derivative, being a separate chemically defined compound per Chapter 29 note (a).

Tris(2,4-di-tert-butylphenyl)phosphite

This sterically hindered phosphite (CAS 31570-04-4) serves as a secondary antioxidant in polymers. Classified HTS 2931.49.00 as non-halogenated organo-phosphorus derivative per Chapter 29 definitions. Three phenolic groups directly bonded to phosphorus atom.

Dibutyl Phosphite

Dibutyl phosphite (BuO)2P(O)H is a reactive organophosphorus compound used in flame retardants and pesticides. HTS 2931.49.00 covers it as non-halogenated organo-phosphorus derivative. Contains P-C bond through butyl chains and P-H functionality.

Ethyl Diphenylphosphinate

Ethyl diphenylphosphinate (Ph2P(O)OEt) combines phenyl-P-C bonds with ester functionality, used in specialty polymers. Falls under HTS 2931.49.00 as other non-halogenated organo-phosphorus compounds. Chapter 29 note 3(A) directs classification to later numerical heading.