Titanium Trichloride

Titanium trichloride (TiCl3), often supplied as a purple solid or solution, serves as a reducing agent in organic synthesis and polymerization catalysis, such as Ziegler-Natta processes. Classified under HTS 2827.39.3000 as 'other chlorides of titanium.' It is highly air-sensitive and typically handled under inert atmosphere.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.9%+35.0%39.9%
🇲🇽Mexico4.9%+10.0%14.9%
🇨🇦Canada4.9%+10.0%14.9%
🇩🇪Germany4.9%+10.0%14.9%
🇯🇵Japan4.9%+10.0%14.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

2849.90.50.00Lower: 38.7% vs 39.9%

If in the form of a carbide-chloride complex

Certain complex titanium compounds resembling carbides fall under heading 2849 per Chapter 28 note 2(e).

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 39.9%

If imported as a prepared chemical reagent mixture

Prepared lab reagents not meeting 'chemically defined' criteria classify as chemical preparations in 3824.

2853.90Lower: 12.8% vs 39.9%

If containing phosphides or other complex derivatives

Heading 2853 covers other inorganic compounds including certain complex titanium derivatives per chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ship under proper UN number (UN 2867) with inert packaging to prevent oxidation; include stability data in documentation

Provide end-use certificates if destined for research to avoid export control scrutiny under titanium precursor regulations

Confirm analytical specs (e.g

99% purity) to distinguish from commercial mixtures classifiable elsewhere

Related Products under HTS 2827.39.30.00

Titanium Tetrachloride

Titanium tetrachloride (TiCl4) is a colorless liquid used primarily in the production of titanium metal via the Kroll process and as a catalyst in chemical synthesis. It falls under HTS 2827.39.3000 as a chemically defined chloride of titanium. This compound hydrolyzes violently in moist air, producing titanium dioxide and HCl gas.

Titanium Oxychloride Solution

Titanium oxychloride (TiOCl2), typically imported as a 20-30% aqueous solution, is used in water treatment as a coagulant and in titanium dioxide production. It qualifies under HTS 2827.39.3000 as a chloride oxide of titanium. The solution is acidic and corrosive, requiring specialized handling.

Anhydrous Titanium Tetrachloride

Anhydrous titanium tetrachloride is a high-purity grade (>99.9%) used in semiconductor manufacturing for chemical vapor deposition (CVD) of titanium films. It is classified under HTS 2827.39.3000 as a titanium chloride. This fuming liquid demands double-walled stainless steel containers for safe transport.

Titanium Chloride Flake

Titanium chloride in flake form, typically TiCl3·3THF complex, is used as a single-electron transfer reagent in synthetic organic chemistry. Falls under HTS 2827.39.3000 as other chlorides of titanium. Stabilized with ligands to improve handling safety.

Titanium Trichloride Hexahydrate

Titanium trichloride hexahydrate (TiCl3·6H2O) appears as violet crystals used in analytical chemistry for iron determination and as a photographic developer. Classified under HTS 2827.39.3000 as a titanium chloride hydrate. Stable in solid form but solutions decolorize upon oxidation.