Fuming Sulfonitric Acid Mixture
Fuming sulfonitric acid mixture is a solution of concentrated nitric and sulfuric acids in the form of nitrosylsulfuric acid, used in nitration processes. As a sulfonitric acid, it is specifically named in tariff item 2808.00.00, which covers both nitric acid and sulphonitric acids. The product is inorganic and chemically defined, meeting the criteria of Chapter 28 notes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the sulfuric acid content dominates and the product is not a true sulfonitric acid
A mixture that is primarily sulfuric acid with nitric acid as an impurity would fall under heading 28.07.
If the product is a prepared chemical mixture for a specific industrial use
Prepared mixtures not elsewhere specified are classified in Chapter 38 when they are not chemically defined compounds.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Clearly document the chemical composition, especially the ratio of nitric to sulfuric acid, to demonstrate it is a sulfonitric acid rather than a simple mixture
• Be aware that fuming acids may be classified as dangerous goods; ensure proper shipping documentation and labelling are provided to the CBSA
• If the product is used in explosives manufacturing, verify if an import permit from Natural Resources Canada is required
Related Products under Tariff item 2808.00.00
Azeotropic Nitric Acid 68.5%
Azeotropic nitric acid at 68.5% concentration, a constant-boiling mixture used as a laboratory standard. It is a separate chemically defined compound (HNO3) in aqueous solution, meeting the requirements of Chapter 28 Note 1.
Chamber Process Sulfonitric Acid
Chamber process sulfonitric acid is a product of the lead chamber process for sulfuric acid manufacture, consisting mainly of nitrosylsulfuric acid. It is a sulfonitric acid, which is expressly included in the wording of tariff item 2808.00.00. The product is an inorganic compound of nitrogen and sulfur, not an organic derivative, so it remains within Chapter 28.
Concentrated Nitric Acid 68%
High-purity nitric acid with 68% concentration, chemically defined as HNO3, used in industrial nitration and metal etching. It is a simple inorganic acid, classified under this tariff item.
Dilute Nitric Acid 10% Solution
A 10% aqueous solution of nitric acid, used for pH adjustment and cleaning. As a dilute solution of a chemically defined compound in water, it falls under Chapter 28 Note 1(b) and is classified in this tariff item.
Electropolishing Nitric Acid 50%
A 50% nitric acid solution formulated for electropolishing stainless steel. The acid base is chemically defined and the solution is simply an aqueous dilution, so it remains within the scope of Chapter 28.
Fuming Nitric Acid 98%
Fuming nitric acid at 98% concentration, containing dissolved nitrogen oxides. It is a form of nitric acid that meets the definition of a separate chemically defined compound, with the dissolved gases considered impurities or stabilizers.