Cuprous Chloride

Cuprous chloride (CuCl) is a white crystalline solid used in organic synthesis as a catalyst and in the production of copper salts. It falls under HTS 2827.41.00.00 as a chloride of copper, specifically a copper(I) chloride compound meeting the chemical definition for this subheading.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.9%+25.0%28.9%
🇲🇽Mexico3.9%3.9%
🇨🇦Canada3.9%3.9%
🇩🇪Germany3.9%3.9%
🇯🇵Japan3.9%3.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

2827.39Lower: 13.7% vs 28.9%

If containing radioactive isotopes

Radioactive copper chloride compounds fall under heading 2844 per chapter notes.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 28.9%

If impure or containing organic stabilizers

Mixtures or preparations not meeting 'chemically defined' criteria per subheading note classify as chemical preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify purity and chemical composition via lab analysis to confirm classification as chemically defined copper chloride oxide/hydroxide

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Certificates of Analysis in documentation to avoid misclassification as mixtures

Check REACH/ TSCA compliance for hazardous material handling and labeling requirements