Industrial Grade Sulfur Dichloride
> Industrial-grade sulfur dichloride is a chemically defined compound of sulfur and chlorine, used as an intermediate in the production of pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and dyes. As a halide oxide of a non-metal, it falls squarely under tariff item 2812.16.00, which covers sulphur dichloride specifically. The product's chemical identity and industrial application align with the scope of Chapter 28 for separate chemically defined compounds.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a different chloride oxide of a non-metal, such as thionyl chloride
Other chlorides and chloride oxides of non-metals fall under this sibling subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• > Ensure the product is classified as sulphur dichloride (CAS 10545-99-0) and not a mixture, as Chapter 28 covers only separate chemically defined compounds
• Provide a safety data sheet (SDS) and proof of purity to expedite CBSA clearance
• Verify if any import permits are required under Canada's chemical control regulations
Related Products under Tariff item 2812.16.00
Pharma-Grade Sulfur Dichloride
> Pharmaceutical-grade sulfur dichloride is a high-purity, chemically defined compound used in API synthesis, meeting strict impurity specifications. It is classified under tariff item 2812.16.00 as sulphur dichloride, a halide oxide of a non-metal. The product's purity and intended use do not alter its chemical identity, keeping it within Chapter 28's scope.
Stabilized Sulfur Dichloride Solution
> Stabilized sulfur dichloride solution consists of sulphur dichloride dissolved in a solvent, with stabilizers to prevent polymerization. Under Chapter 28 Note 1, solutions of chemically defined compounds are classified in this chapter if the solvent is for safety or transport and does not make the product suitable for a specific use. The core compound remains sulphur dichloride, falling under tariff item 2812.16.00.
Sulfur Dichloride 99% Purity
> Sulfur dichloride at 99% purity is a chemically defined compound, a fuming yellow liquid used as a chlorinating agent in organic synthesis. It is specifically named in tariff item 2812.16.00 as sulphur dichloride, a halide oxide of a non-metal. The high purity confirms it is a separate chemically defined compound under Chapter 28.
Thionyl Chloride Alternative Sulfur Dichloride
> This sulfur dichloride product is marketed as a thionyl chloride substitute for converting carboxylic acids to acid chlorides, but it is chemically sulphur dichloride. As a halide oxide of a non-metal, it falls under tariff item 2812.16.00, which specifically covers sulphur dichloride. The intended use does not affect classification, as Chapter 28 focuses on chemical identity.