Heading 2812

HTS code 2812 — Halides and halide oxides of nonmetals

Chapter
28 — Inorganic chemicals
Tariff lines
11
General duty
General duty rate of 3.7%, with 1 duty-free line

Tariff lines under heading 2812

Full 10-digit codes with their general (MFN) duty rates. The correct line depends on the product's material, construction, and use.

HTS codeDescriptionGeneral rateUnit
2812.11.0000Carbonyl dichloride (phosgene) (Halides and halide oxides of nonmetals > Chlorides and chloride oxides)3.7%kg
2812.12.0000Phosphorous oxychloride (Halides and halide oxides of nonmetals > Chlorides and chloride oxides)3.7%kg
2812.13.0000Phosphorous trichloride (Halides and halide oxides of nonmetals > Chlorides and chloride oxides)3.7%kg
2812.14.0000Phosphorous pentachloride (Halides and halide oxides of nonmetals > Chlorides and chloride oxides)Freekg
2812.15.0000Sulfur monochloride (Halides and halide oxides of nonmetals > Chlorides and chloride oxides)3.7%kg
2812.16.0000Sulfur dichloride (Halides and halide oxides of nonmetals > Chlorides and chloride oxides)3.7%kg
2812.17.0000Thionyl chloride (Halides and halide oxides of nonmetals > Chlorides and chloride oxides)3.7%kg
2812.19.0010Arsenic trichloride (Halides and halide oxides of nonmetals > Chlorides and chloride oxides > Other)3.7%kg
2812.19.0090Other (Halides and halide oxides of nonmetals > Chlorides and chloride oxides > Other)3.7%kg
2812.90.0010Sulfur hexafluoride (Halides and halide oxides of nonmetals > Other)3.7%kg
2812.90.0090Other (Halides and halide oxides of nonmetals > Other)3.7%kg

Documents required to import under 2812

Customs paperwork typically required to import these goods into the United States. Conditional items depend on shipment value, transport mode, or origin.

  • Commercial InvoiceRequired
  • Packing ListRequired
  • Bill of Lading / Airway BillRequired
  • CBP Entry Summary (7501)Required

    Prepared and filed by your customs broker

  • CBP Entry / Release (3461)Required

    Prepared and filed by your customs broker

  • Customs Bond (CBP 301)Conditional

    Required for formal entries — generally shipments valued over $2,500

    Single-entry or continuous bond, obtained through your broker or a surety

  • Importer Security Filing (ISF "10+2")Conditional

    Required for ocean freight only

    Filed electronically at least 24 hours before loading at the foreign port

  • Importer ID Input Record (CBP 5106)Conditional

    Required to establish or update your importer-of-record number with CBP

    One-time setup for a new importer; not filed per shipment

  • Entry Manifest (CBP 7533)Conditional

    Alternative to the 3461 for informal, low-value, or contiguous-country entries

  • Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS)Required
  • EPA TSCA CertificationConditional

    Required for chemical substances regulated under TSCA

  • EPA Notice of Arrival (Form 3540-1)Conditional

    Required for pesticides and devices (typically Ch. 38)

Common questions

What is HTS code 2812?
HTS heading 2812 covers halides and halide oxides of nonmetals. It sits in Chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals) of the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule and contains 11 tariff lines.
What is the duty rate for HTS 2812?
General duty rate of 3.7%, with 1 duty-free line. The general rate applies to most-favoured-nation trading partners; goods from countries with a free trade agreement may qualify for a reduced or duty-free special rate.
How many digits does a full HTS code have?
US import entries require the full 10-digit HTS code. Heading 2812 is the first four digits — the remaining six narrow it down to the specific product, which is what determines the duty rate you actually pay.

Related headings in Chapter 28