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Polyaluminum Chloride (PAC)

Polyaluminum chloride (PAC) is a polymeric form of aluminum chloride used as a flocculant in wastewater treatment. Classified in HTS 2827.32.00.00 as it meets chemically defined aluminum chloride criteria under Chapter 28 notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 35%

If sold as a prepared water treatment formulation

Commercial mixtures for specific uses classify as chemical preparations.

2842.90.90Higher: 38.3% vs 35%

If containing complex inorganic salts

Chapter notes direct complex salts to heading 2842.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide polymerization degree specs to affirm chemical definition; comply with Clean Water Act import notifications; store in cool, dry conditions to prevent hydrolysis

Related Products under HTS 2827.32.00.00

Aluminum Chloride Anhydrous

Aluminum chloride (AlCl3) in its anhydrous form is a white to yellowish crystalline solid used primarily as a Lewis acid catalyst in organic synthesis, such as Friedel-Crafts reactions. It falls under HTS 2827.32.00.00 as a chemically defined chloride of aluminum, distinct from its hydrated forms or other metal chlorides.

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. Classified under HTS 2827.32.00.00 as a chloride hydroxide derivative of aluminum meeting Chapter 28 definitions for chemically defined compounds.

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 HTS 2827.32.00.00 due to its chemical definition as an aluminum chloride, excluding organo-inorganic variants per Chapter 28 notes.

Pharmaceutical Grade Aluminum Chloride

Pharmaceutical grade aluminum chloride meets USP standards for use in antiperspirants and as a pharmaceutical intermediate. It is classified under HTS 2827.32.00.00 as a pure, chemically defined aluminum chloride, separate from finished formulations.

Aluminum Chlorohydrate Powder

Aluminum chlorohydrate (ACH) powder is a basic aluminum chloride hydroxide used in water clarification and cosmetics. Falls under HTS 2827.32.00.00 as a chloride oxide or hydroxide of aluminum per the heading scope.

Anhydrous Aluminum Chloride Flakes

Anhydrous aluminum chloride in flake form is utilized in the production of detergents and pharmaceuticals as a catalyst. It is imported under HTS 2827.32.00.00 for its pure aluminum chloride composition.