Thionyl Chloride Alternative Sulfur Dichloride

This high-reactivity sulfur dichloride serves as a thionyl chloride substitute in converting carboxylic acids to acid chlorides, squarely under HTS 2812.16.00.00 for sulfur chloride oxides. It's a staple in fine chemical manufacturing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2812Same rate: 38.7%

If pure sulfur monochloride (S2Cl2) instead of dichloride

Different stoichiometry classifies as separate subheading within 2812.10 for monochloride.

2842.90Lower: 13.3% vs 38.7%

If when complexed with metals for specialty salts

Metal complexes become double salts under 2842 per Chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label as corrosive (8) and toxic (6.1); segregate from water-reactive goods during shipping

Test for moisture content <0.1% to maintain stability and proper classification

Avoid bulk imports without stabilization—prone to decomposition causing customs holds