What types of products are classified under HS-4 2919?

HS-4 2919 includes phosphoric esters, their salts, and derivatives like tris(2,3-dibromopropyl) phosphate, used in various industries including plastics and agriculture.

How do I determine the correct HS-6 code for my product?

Check if your product is tris(2,3-dibromopropyl) phosphate to use **HS-6 291910**. For all other phosphoric esters, use **HS-6 291990**.

Are there special regulations for importing phosphoric esters?

Yes, phosphoric esters may be subject to specific regulations depending on their use, especially in food and agriculture. Always check local regulations.

Can I use HS-4 2919 for all phosphoric esters?

HS-4 2919 covers a broad range of phosphoric esters, but you must select the correct HS-6 code based on the specific product.

What is the significance of lactophosphates?

Lactophosphates are a type of phosphoric ester used in pharmaceuticals and food processing, classified under this heading.

HS-4 · Heading

2919 — Esters; phosphoric, and their salts, including lactophosphates, their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives

Chapter 29: Organic chemicals

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 2919 when importing or exporting phosphoric esters and their salts, such as tris(2,3-dibromopropyl) phosphate, commonly used in flame retardants. This heading covers both specific and general types of these chemicals.

When deciding between HS-6 291910 and HS-6 291990, consider the specific product. If your shipment includes tris(2,3-dibromopropyl) phosphate, use 291910. For all other phosphoric esters and their derivatives, 291990 is appropriate.

Both subheadings under HS-4 2919 deal with phosphoric esters, but they differ in the specific compounds they cover. If unsure, verify whether your product matches the chemical structure of tris(2,3-dibromopropyl) phosphate to select the correct code.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

phosphoric esters · tris(2,3-dibromopropyl) phosphate · chemical import codes · HS-4 2919 · HS-6 291910 · HS-6 291990 · lactophosphates · halogenated derivatives · nitrated phosphoric esters · chemical trade compliance

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Tris(2,3-dibromopropyl) phosphate used in plastics
Other phosphoric esters for agricultural applications
Salts of phosphoric acid in food processing
Lactophosphates utilized in pharmaceuticals
Halogenated derivatives for industrial cleaning products
Nitrated phosphoric esters in chemical manufacturing

Common questions

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What is HS-4 2919 used for?
How to classify phosphoric esters in trade?
Difference between HS-6 291910 and 291990?
What products fall under HS-4 2919?
How to import tris(2,3-dibromopropyl) phosphate?
Are there specific regulations for phosphoric esters?

Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of products are classified under HS-4 2919?: HS-4 2919 includes phosphoric esters, their salts, and derivatives like tris(2,3-dibromopropyl) phosphate, used in various industries including plastics and agriculture.
How do I determine the correct HS-6 code for my product?: Check if your product is tris(2,3-dibromopropyl) phosphate to use **HS-6 291910**. For all other phosphoric esters, use **HS-6 291990**.
Are there special regulations for importing phosphoric esters?: Yes, phosphoric esters may be subject to specific regulations depending on their use, especially in food and agriculture. Always check local regulations.
Can I use HS-4 2919 for all phosphoric esters?: HS-4 2919 covers a broad range of phosphoric esters, but you must select the correct HS-6 code based on the specific product.
What is the significance of lactophosphates?: Lactophosphates are a type of phosphoric ester used in pharmaceuticals and food processing, classified under this heading.

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