Diphenylchloroarsine from Germany
Diphenylchloroarsine contains two phenyl groups and one chlorine directly on arsenic, with As-C bonds defining its organo-inorganic nature. HTS 2931.90.90.40 covers it as other organo-inorganic, per exclusion of simple halogenated from this heading. Historical use as chemical warfare agent and analytical reagent.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Comply with Chemical Weapons Convention declarations; use triple packaging for poison shipment
• Analytical certs prevent mix-up with Chapter 28 inorganics