O-Ethyl Methyl Phosphonofluoridate (EMPF)

A halogenated organo-phosphorus compound with an ethyl group and methyl substituent on the phosphorus atom bonded to fluoride. It falls under HTS 2931.59.0010 as an O-alkyl (C2) alkyl (methyl) phosphonofluoridate, matching the chemical structure defined in the heading for other halogenated organo-phosphorous derivatives. These are separate chemically defined organic compounds per Chapter 29 note (a).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

2931.90.30.00Higher: 41.5% vs 13.7%

If containing arsenic instead of phosphorus

Organo-arsenic compounds fall under other organo-inorganic compounds excluding phosphorous derivatives.

2930.90Same rate: 13.7%

If sold as a mixture with sulfur compounds

Organo-sulfur compounds take precedence per Chapter 29 note on classification in last numerical heading.

2853.90Lower: 12.8% vs 13.7%

If imported as a dilute aqueous solution for safety transport

Chapter 28 covers other inorganic compounds including diluted organo-halides not qualifying under Chapter 29 note (d).

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Import Tips & Compliance

Require end-user certificates and verify compliance with Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) schedules; ensure SDS documentation specifies exact chemical purity

Common pitfall: misclassification as pesticide intermediate without fluoride confirmation

Consult CBP for Schedule 1 chemical import permits