2827.10.00.00 - Ammonium chloride

This HTS classification, 2827.10.00.00, specifically covers ammonium chloride. Ammonium chloride is an inorganic compound, also known as sal ammoniac, which is commonly found as a white crystalline salt. It is widely utilized across various industries, including in dry cell batteries as an electrolyte, in fertilizers, and as a flux in metalwork. Its classification is based on its distinct chemical identity and its primary function as ammonium chloride, irrespective of its specific purity or physical form (e.g., granular, crystalline, powder).

Distinguishing 2827.10.00.00 from its sibling categories is crucial for accurate classification. While this heading is dedicated solely to ammonium chloride, other siblings in heading 2827 cover different chloride compounds such as calcium chloride (2827.20.00.00), various other unspecified chlorides, chloride oxides and hydroxides, bromides, and iodides. The key differentiator is the specific cation bound to the chloride ion; this heading is exclusively for ammonium.

As 2827.10.00.00 represents a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the focus for classification purposes remains on confirming the identity of the imported substance as ammonium chloride. The classification is straightforward, identifying the chemical compound itself as the primary classification criterion.