Vanadium Phosphorus Oxide (VPO) Catalyst from Germany
Industrial catalyst blend of vanadium pentoxide, phosphorus pentoxide, and molybdenum oxide for maleic anhydride production. Falls under HTS 3824.99.36.00 as a vanadium-based inorganic mixture NESOI for chemical synthesis. Critical for selective oxidation in petrochemical processes.
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
• Include detailed reaction specification and safety data; TSCA notification required for new chemical substances
• Test for phosphorus content to avoid Chapter 28 misclassification
• Ensure proper DOT classification as oxidizer