Carbonyl Sulfide (COS) from Germany

Carbonyl sulfide is a colorless, poisonous gas (CO S) considered a halide oxide analog in certain classifications but fits 'other' under chlorides/chloride oxides of nonmetals in HTS 2812.19.00.90 per Chapter 28 notes allowing carbon oxysulfide. It serves as an intermediate in chemical manufacturing and pesticide production.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

3.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Comply with DOT hazardous material regulations; use specialized cylinders with pressure relief valves

Include chemical analysis reports to distinguish from organic sulfur compounds; avoid misclassification pitfalls

Register with ChemTRAC or equivalent for toxic gas tracking upon import