Zinc Chloride
Zinc chloride is an inorganic compound used as a flux in soldering, in wood preservatives, and in the production of rayon. It falls under HTS 2827.39.90.50 as 'other chlorides' that are not specifically enumerated elsewhere in heading 2827, specifically classified as a chloride of zinc.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing over 74% zinc chloride by weight
Higher concentration zinc chloride anhydrides are specifically provided for in this subheading.
If imported as a formulated solution or mixture for retail
Solutions or admixtures of zinc chloride fall under chemical preparations rather than pure compounds.
If it's zinc chlorate instead of chloride
Sulfates and similar oxyanions of zinc are classified in heading 2833, not chlorides in 2827.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity and chemical composition via lab analysis to confirm classification under 2827 as chemically defined inorganic chloride
• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ensure compliance with EPA TSCA regulations for chemical imports
• Avoid misclassification as a mixture; pure zinc chloride must be distinguished from solutions or formulations
Related Products under HTS 2827.39.90.50
Cadmium Chloride
Cadmium chloride is used in photography, electroplating, and as a chemical intermediate. Classified under HTS 2827.39.90.50 as an 'other chloride' of a metal not specifically listed in prior subheadings of 2827.
Stannous Chloride Dihydrate
Stannous chloride dihydrate serves as a reducing agent in chemical synthesis and tin plating. It is classified in HTS 2827.39.90.50 as an 'other chloride' since tin chlorides are not specified in earlier 2827 subheadings.
Manganese Chloride Tetrahydrate
Used in battery production and as a catalyst, manganese chloride tetrahydrate is an 'other chloride' under HTS 2827.39.90.50, covering chlorides not enumerated elsewhere.
Cobalt Chloride Hexahydrate
Cobalt chloride hexahydrate is employed in hygrometers and as a paint drier. It qualifies under HTS 2827.39.90.50 as a metal chloride oxide/hydroxide not otherwise specified.
Nickel Chloride Hexahydrate
Nickel chloride hexahydrate is used in nickel electroplating and catalyst production. Classified as 'other' chlorides in HTS 2827.39.90.50.
Cuprous Chloride
Cuprous chloride acts as a catalyst and in organic synthesis. Falls under HTS 2827.39.90.50 as an other chloride compound.