Product classification
HS code for Sulfur monochloride: 2812.15
Sulphur monochloride.
Classification of sulfur monochloride under HS 2812.15
Sulfur monochloride, chemically represented as S2Cl2 and also known as disulfur dichloride, is classified under HS code 2812.15. This classification falls within Chapter 28, which covers inorganic chemicals, and specifically under heading 2812, which is reserved for halides and halide oxides of non-metals. The classification is determined by the chemical composition of the substance as a binary compound of sulfur and chlorine. As an inorganic halide, it must be categorized here rather than under organic chemicals or mineral products. Sulfur monochloride is a golden-yellow liquid at room temperature and is primarily used as a vulcanizing agent for rubber and as an intermediate in the production of various sulfur-containing chemicals. The HS nomenclature specifically identifies sulfur monochloride in the 2812.15 subheading to distinguish it from other sulfur halides like sulfur dichloride or thionyl chloride, ensuring precise tracking for international trade and safety regulations.
- Covers
- Sulfur monochloride (S2Cl2)
- Disulfur dichloride
- Vulcanizing agents based on pure sulfur monochloride
- Technical grade sulfur monochloride
- Also under 2812.15
- Sigma-Aldrich Sulphur Monochloride
- Alfa Aesar Disulfur Dichloride
Codes often confused with 2812.15
Common mistake. Sulfur monochloride is frequently confused with sulfur dichloride, which is classified under HS code 2812.16. While both are sulfur halides, they have different chemical structures and reactivity profiles. Another common error is misclassifying it under HS code 2812.17, which is specifically for thionyl chloride (SOCl2), a halide oxide. Importers must ensure the chemical formula is verified to distinguish between 2812.15 and 2812.16, as the chlorine-to-sulfur ratio differs.
Top exporters and importers of HS 281215 (the code used for sulfur monochloride), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 281215 (the code used for sulfur monochloride) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 91% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 28% of world imports. The United Kingdom reports $3.0B of its chapter 28 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 281215, not only sulfur monochloride.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $1.1M 91% of world exports
- 2 India $81K 6.9% of world exports
- 3 Belgium $16K 1.4% of world exports
The United Kingdom reports $3.0B of its chapter 28 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $1.2M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $319K 28% of world imports
- 2 France $283K 25% of world imports
- 3 Japan $265K 23% of world imports
World total: $1.1M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for sulfur monochloride
Brazil classifies sulfur monochloride under NCM 2812.15.00: HS 2812.15 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about sulfur monochloride
What is the HS code for Sulfur monochloride?
The HS code for Sulfur monochloride is 281215 (Sulphur monochloride). The specific HS code for sulfur monochloride is 2812.15.
How do I classify Sulfur monochloride for customs?
Sulfur monochloride is classified under HS code 281215 — Sulphur monochloride. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is sulfur monochloride classified as a hazardous material for shipping?
Yes, while the HS code identifies the product for customs, it is also regulated under UN number 1828 due to its corrosive and reactive nature when exposed to moisture.
Which countries are the top exporters of sulfur monochloride (HS 281215)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 281215 (the code used for sulfur monochloride) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($1.1M, 91% of world exports), India ($81K) and Belgium ($16K). World exports came to about $1.2M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). The United Kingdom reports $3.0B of its chapter 28 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of sulfur monochloride (HS 281215)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 281215 (the code used for sulfur monochloride) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($319K, 28% of world imports), France ($283K) and Japan ($265K). World imports came to about $1.1M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Sulfur monochloride the same in all countries?
The base HS code 281215 for Sulfur monochloride is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for sulfur monochloride in Brazil?
In Brazil, sulfur monochloride (HS 281215) is classified under NCM 2812.15.00.