HS Code 2802
Sublimed, Precipitated and Colloidal Sulphur
HS code 2802 covers refined sulphur forms including sublimed, precipitated, and colloidal varieties typically used in pharmaceutical, chemical, and vulcanizatio
HS Code 2802 — Sublimed, Precipitated and Colloidal Sulphur
This code covers pure forms of sulphur produced through specific chemical processes. It includes sublimed sulphur (flowers of sulphur), precipitated sulphur used in pharmaceuticals or rubber, and colloidal sulphur for fungicides or medicine.
What's included
- Sublimed sulphur
- Precipitated sulphur
- Colloidal sulphur in suspension
- Flowers of sulphur
What's excluded
- Unrefined crude sulphur → use
2503(Natural, unrefined sulphur falls under mineral products.)
Common examples
- Flowers of sulphur for vineyard treatment
- Precipitated sulphur BP grade
- Colloidal sulphur for laboratory use
Frequently asked questions
Is regular garden sulphur classified here?
Usually not; if it is unrefined mineral sulphur, it belongs in 2503. 2802 is strictly for chemically refined or precipitated forms.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 5.5%
- Documentation: Requires a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) to distinguish from crude mineral sulphur.
- Typical shipping mode: LCL
- Top exporters: China, Germany, India
- Top importers: United States, Brazil, France
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Key takeaway
Code 2802 is restricted to highly refined or chemically processed sulphur, distinct from raw mineral sulphur.
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