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Chloromethylphosphonic Acid from Japan

Chloromethylphosphonic acid serves as an intermediate in organophosphorus chemistry and metal extractants. Classified in HTS 2931.59.00.80 for its halogenated organo-phosphorus structure with P-CH2Cl functionality. Meets Chapter 29 requirements for chemically defined compounds with direct nonmetal linkages to carbon.

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

• Declare as a corrosive hazardous material (UN 3265) with appropriate placarding

• Provide synthetic route documentation to verify P-C bond formation

• Monitor for hydrolysis during storage; include stabilizer information if applicable