HS Code for Hydrochloric acid

Hydrochloric acid is classified under HS code 280610. This code is part of Chapter 28, which is dedicated to inorganic chemicals. Specifically, heading 2806 covers hydrogen chloride (hydrochloric acid) and chlorosulphuric acid. The classification is straightforward because hydrochloric acid is a fundamental inorganic acid. Under GRI 1, the product is classified according to the specific name provided in the heading. Whether the product is in its gaseous state (hydrogen chloride) or dissolved in water (hydrochloric acid/muriatic acid), it remains under 280610. The purity level, whether technical grade for industrial use or reagent grade for laboratory analysis, does not change the HS code, provided it is not mixed with other chemicals that would transform it into a prepared chemical mixture of Chapter 38.

Products Included

• Anhydrous hydrogen chloride gas
• Aqueous hydrochloric acid solutions
• Muriatic acid
• Technical grade hydrochloric acid
• Reagent grade hydrochloric acid
• Commercial grade spirits of salt

Common Misclassification

Hydrochloric acid is sometimes misclassified under HS code 280620, which is reserved for chlorosulphuric acid. While both are related to chlorine and sulfur, they are chemically distinct. Another error involves classifying mixtures containing hydrochloric acid, such as metal pickling preparations, under HS code 381010. If the acid is part of a formulated preparation with inhibitors or surfactants, it moves to Chapter 38. Furthermore, importers should not confuse it with other inorganic acids like sulfuric acid (280700) or nitric acid (280800), which have their own specific headings.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Hydrochloric acid?

The HS code for hydrochloric acid, as well as hydrogen chloride gas, is 280610.

Is muriatic acid classified under the same HS code?

Yes, muriatic acid is simply a common name for industrial-grade hydrochloric acid and is classified under HS code 280610.