HS Code for Arsenic trichloride

Arsenic trichloride is classified under HS code 281219. This classification is found within Chapter 28 of the Harmonized System, which covers inorganic chemicals; organic or inorganic compounds of precious metals, of rare-earth metals, of radioactive elements or of isotopes. Heading 2812 specifically encompasses halides and halide oxides of non-metals. Subheading 281219 is designated for arsenic trichloride and other chlorides and chloride oxides, not elsewhere specified in item number 2812. This code accurately reflects arsenic trichloride's identity as a specific inorganic chemical compound, a halide of a non-metal, distinguishing it from elemental arsenic or other arsenic compounds.

Products Included

• Arsenic trichloride (AsCl3) in various purities
• Anhydrous arsenic trichloride
• Solutions of arsenic trichloride, where the trichloride is the principal component

Common Misclassification

Arsenic trichloride is often misclassified with elemental arsenic or other arsenic compounds. Elemental arsenic is classified under 280480, as it is the pure non-metal. Other arsenic compounds, such as arsenic trioxide, fall under 281190, which covers other inorganic oxygen compounds of non-metals. The key distinction for 281219 is its specific chemical structure as a chloride of arsenic, a non-metal. Misclassification can also occur with chlorides of metals, which are typically found under heading 2827 (e.g., iron chlorides under 282739), but arsenic trichloride is a non-metal halide.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Arsenic trichloride?

The HS code for arsenic trichloride is 281219.

Does 281219 cover all arsenic compounds?

No, 281219 specifically covers arsenic trichloride and other chlorides and chloride oxides of non-metals not elsewhere specified in 2812. Other arsenic compounds, such as oxides (e.g., arsenic trioxide, 281190) or sulfides, are classified under different HS codes within Chapter 28 based on their chemical composition.