Technical Grade Aluminum Chloride
Technical grade aluminum chloride is a high-purity AlCl3 used in petrochemical refining and as a mordant in textiles. It qualifies for tariff item 2827.32.00 due to its chemical definition as an aluminum chloride.
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 |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Clearly indicate the grade (technical) and intended use on the customs declaration
• Verify if the product meets Canadian standards for industrial chemicals and if any permits are needed
Related Products under Tariff item 2827.32.00
Aluminum Chloride Anhydrous
Aluminum chloride anhydrous (AlCl3) is a white to yellowish crystalline solid used primarily as a Lewis acid catalyst in organic synthesis, such as Friedel-Crafts reactions. It is a separate chemically defined inorganic compound of aluminum, falling under tariff item 2827.32.00.
Aluminum Chloride Hexahydrate
Aluminum chloride hexahydrate (AlCl3·6H2O) is a hydrated form appearing as yellow crystals, widely used in water treatment as a coagulant and in pharmaceuticals. As a separate chemically defined compound of aluminum, it is classified under tariff item 2827.32.00.
Aluminum Chloride Solution 30%
Aluminum chloride solution 30% is an aqueous solution of aluminum chloride used in leather tanning and as a pH adjuster. As a solution of a chemically defined compound in water, it falls under tariff item 2827.32.00 per Chapter 28 Note 1.
Aluminum Trichloride Granules
Aluminum trichloride granules are granular AlCl3 designed for easier handling in catalytic applications. As a pure chloride of aluminum in a solid form, it is classified under tariff item 2827.32.00.
Anhydrous Aluminum Chloride Flakes
Anhydrous aluminum chloride in flake form is utilized in the production of detergents and pharmaceuticals as a catalyst. It is a separate chemically defined compound of aluminum, falling under tariff item 2827.32.00.
High Purity Aluminum Chloride
High purity aluminum chloride (>99%) is used in semiconductor etching and specialty chemicals. As a chemically defined inorganic compound of aluminum, it is classified under tariff item 2827.32.00.