What is HS-4 2919 used for?
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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
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
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
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify phosphoric esters in trade?
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Difference between HS-6 291910 and 291990?
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What products fall under HS-4 2919?
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How to import tris(2,3-dibromopropyl) phosphate?
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Are there specific regulations for phosphoric esters?
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Related topics
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how to choose between HS-6 291910 and 291990
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importing phosphoric esters for industrial use
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understanding phosphoric esters in chemical trade
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what are lactophosphates and their uses
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regulatory requirements for phosphoric esters
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classifying chemical products under HS codes
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examples of phosphoric esters in manufacturing
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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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HS-6 subheadings (2)
- 291910Esters; phosphoric, and their salts, including lactophosphates, their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives; tris(2,3-dibromopropyl) phosphate
- 291990Esters; phosphoric, and their salts, including lactophosphates, their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives; other than tris(2,3-dibromopropyl) phosphate