Zinc Chloride
Zinc chloride is an inorganic salt classified as a chloride of zinc under HTS 2827.39.90, fitting the 'other chlorides' category since it is not specifically enumerated elsewhere in 2827. It is commonly used in dry cell batteries, wood preservatives, and as a flux in soldering.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing over 93% by weight
High-purity zinc chloride (>93%) falls under the specific subheading for concentrated forms.
If in retail packaging as battery electrolyte solution
Prepared chemical mixtures for retail sale, not pure chemically defined chlorides, go to mixtures heading.
If chemically doped for electronic applications in unworked form
Doped inorganic compounds for semiconductors are classified under rare-earth/metal compounds per Chapter notes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity and ensure Certificate of Analysis confirms it meets chemically defined inorganic compound standards per Chapter 28 notes
• Provide safety data sheets (SDS) due to corrosive nature; common pitfall is inadequate hazmat labeling leading to CBP holds
• Confirm not mixed with organic substances, as that could shift to Chapter 29
Related Products under HTS 2827.39.90
Cadmium Chloride
Cadmium chloride is a white crystalline inorganic compound used in photography, electroplating, and as a chemical intermediate, classified in 2827.39.90 as other chlorides not elsewhere specified. It meets Chapter 28's definition for chemically defined metal chlorides.
Ferric Chloride Anhydrous
Ferric chloride anhydrous (FeCl3) is used in water treatment, etching printed circuit boards, and as a catalyst, classified in 2827.39.90 as other iron chlorides. Excluded from specific ferric subheadings due to anhydrous form.
Manganese Chloride Tetrahydrate
Manganese chloride tetrahydrate (MnCl2·4H2O) is a pink crystalline salt used in fertilizers, animal feed, and chemical synthesis, under HTS 2827.39.90 for other chlorides. It qualifies as a chemically defined manganese compound.
Cobalt Chloride Hexahydrate
Cobalt chloride hexahydrate (CoCl2·6H2O) changes color with humidity and is used in hygrometers, catalysts, and pigments, classified in 2827.39.90. It is a pure inorganic chloride meeting Chapter definitions.
Nickel Chloride Hexahydrate
Nickel chloride hexahydrate (NiCl2·6H2O) green crystals used in electroplating, catalysts, and battery production, under HTS 2827.39.90 as other chlorides. Chemically defined nickel salt per Chapter 28.
Barium Chloride Dihydrate
Barium chloride dihydrate (BaCl2·2H2O) used in fireworks, water softening, and as a chemical reagent, falls under HTS 2827.39.90 for other chlorides. Meets criteria for barium salt classification.