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.
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 product is actually thionyl chloride or another chloride oxide
Other non-metal chloride oxides are classified under this subheading.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• > Classify based on the chemical composition, not the intended use, as sulphur dichloride is distinct from thionyl chloride
• Provide a detailed technical data sheet to CBSA to confirm the product is sulphur dichloride
• Check if the product is subject to any import restrictions under Canadian chemical regulations
Related Products under Tariff item 2812.16.00
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.
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.