HS Code for Sulfur dichloride

Sulfur dichloride is an inorganic chemical compound classified under HS code 2812.16. It belongs to Chapter 28, which covers inorganic chemicals, precious metals, and rare-earth metals. Specifically, heading 2812 covers halides and halide oxides of non-metals. Sulfur dichloride (SCl2) is a cherry-red liquid used primarily as a precursor to organosulfur compounds and in the vulcanization of rubber. The classification is based on its chemical composition as a non-metal halide. Under the 2022 HS nomenclature updates, the subheadings for chlorides and chloride oxides were refined to provide more specificity for chemical monitoring and trade statistics. Sulfur dichloride is distinct from other sulfur halides due to its specific molecular ratio of sulfur to chlorine. Proper classification requires verification of the chemical's CAS number (10545-99-0) to ensure it matches the 2812.16 designation.

Products Included

• Pure sulfur dichloride
• Technical grade sulfur dichloride
• Sulfur dichloride in chemical reagent form
• Solutions of sulfur dichloride where the solvent does not change the product's function

Common Misclassification

Sulfur dichloride is most frequently confused with sulfur monochloride (S2Cl2), which is classified under HS code 2812.15. Although they are both sulfur chlorides, their chemical structures and properties differ. Another common error is misclassifying it under HS code 2802.00, which is for elemental sulfur, or HS code 2812.17, which is for thionyl chloride (SOCl2). Thionyl chloride contains oxygen, whereas sulfur dichloride does not, which is a critical distinction for heading 2812. Importers must also avoid Chapter 38 for chemical mixtures if the product is a chemically defined compound.

FAQ

What is the HS code for sulfur dichloride?

The specific HS code for sulfur dichloride is 2812.16.

Is sulfur dichloride classified differently if used as a reagent?

No, as long as it remains a separate chemically defined inorganic compound, it is classified under 2812.16 regardless of its application as a laboratory reagent or industrial precursor.