Lawesson's Reagent from Germany
Lawesson's reagent (2,4-bis(4-methoxyphenyl)-1,3,2,4-dithiadiphosphetane 2,4-disulfide) is a thionation agent, classified under HTS 2942.00.50.00. This organophosphorus dithio compound converts carbonyls to thiocarbonyls.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6211.3%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Store <5°C; provide thermal decomposition data (onset 130°C)
• UN 3335 hazard class with phosphorus compound specific markings
• Include reaction yield data (>90% for ketone→thioketone) for technical validation