Yttrium Chloride Hexahydrate
Yttrium chloride hexahydrate (YCl3·6H2O) is a chemically defined inorganic compound where yttrium is the predominant rare-earth metal, supplied as white crystalline powder or flakes. It falls under HTS 2846.90.20.82 as a rare-earth chloride containing yttrium as the predominant metal, distinct from cerium chlorides. Used in phosphors, ceramics, and as a precursor for yttrium-based materials.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cerium is the predominant metal
Cerium-dominant rare-earth chlorides are separately classified under 2846.90.20.40, excluding them from yttrium/scandium predominant subheading.
If in the form of pure yttrium oxide (Y2O3)
Pure yttrium oxide classifies under cerium compounds heading 2846.10 if considered a 'cerium compound' per HTS structure, or mixtures under 2846.90.
If classified as yttrium salt of inorganic acid other than chlorides
Yttrium salts like nitrates or sulfates fall under heading 2827 for other metal chlorides/nitrates, not rare-earth specific 2846.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity certificate confirming yttrium >50% of rare-earth content and absence of cerium predominance to avoid reclassification
• Include SDS and chemical analysis reports; ensure packaging prevents moisture absorption as it's hygroscopic
• Check REACH/ TSCA compliance for US import; common pitfall is mislabeling as mixed oxide instead of chloride
Related Products under HTS 2846.90.20.82
Scandium Chloride Anhydrous
Anhydrous scandium chloride (ScCl3) is a white to pale yellow powder where scandium serves as the predominant rare-earth metal in this chemically defined compound. Classified under HTS 2846.90.20.82 for rare-earth chlorides (except cerium) with scandium predominant. Primarily used in solid oxide fuel cells and high-strength alloys.
Scandium-Yttrium Chloride Precursor Blend
Optimized blend of scandium and yttrium chlorides (Sc:Y = 1:10) as predominant metals for sol-gel synthesis of ceramics. Classifies under HTS 2846.90.20.82 for yttrium/scandium predominant rare-earth chlorides. Used in thin-film deposition for aerospace components.
Yttrium-Scandium Mixed Chloride
A chloride mixture of rare-earth metals where yttrium and scandium together constitute the predominant metals (e.g., 60% Y, 30% Sc), excluding cerium. Falls under HTS 2846.90.20.82 as rare-earth chlorides with yttrium/scandium predominance. Applied in advanced ceramics and laser materials.
High-Purity Yttrium Chloride
99.99% pure yttrium chloride (YCl3) for electronics and photonics applications, with yttrium as the sole predominant rare-earth metal. HTS 2846.90.20.82 covers this as a rare-earth chloride excluding cerium compounds. Essential for doping materials in LEDs and superconductors.