Sulphur dichloride

HS v2017 Code: 281216

About sulphur dichloride

HS code 281216 covers the classification of sulphur dichloride, a chemical compound with the formula SCl2. Sulphur dichloride is an important industrial chemical with a wide range of applications, particularly in the production of other chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and agricultural products. As a key intermediate in various chemical processes, the sulphur dichloride industry plays a vital role in supporting the broader chemical and manufacturing sectors of the economy.

Production process

Sulphur dichloride is typically produced through the direct reaction of elemental sulphur and chlorine gas. This process involves carefully controlling the temperature and pressure conditions to ensure the efficient formation of the SCl2 compound. The raw materials are combined in specialized reaction vessels, and the resulting product is then purified and packaged for distribution.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of sulphur dichloride include elemental sulphur and chlorine gas. Specialized equipment such as reaction vessels, distillation columns, and storage tanks are also necessary for the manufacturing process. Additionally, the industry relies on a range of supporting utilities, such as power, water, and process control systems, to ensure the efficient and safe production of this chemical compound.

Production outputs

Sulphur dichloride is a versatile chemical that finds use in the production of a wide range of other products. It is commonly used as an intermediate in the synthesis of various organic and inorganic compounds, including 281119 Phosphorus chlorides, 290359 Sulphur compounds, and 290490 Other organo-inorganic compounds. The sulphur dichloride industry also supplies inputs to the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Revisions to 281216

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 281216. The most recent 1 version of this code (281216) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 281216 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions

Family tree for sulphur dichloride

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/28'>28: Inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2812'>2812: Halides and halide oxides of non-metals</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/281216'>281216: Sulphur dichloride</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/281211'>281211: Carbonyl dichloride (phosgene)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/281212'>281212: Phosphorus oxychloride</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/281213'>281213: Phosphorus trichloride</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/281214'>281214: Phosphorus pentachloride</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/281215'>281215: Sulphur monochloride</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/281217'>281217: Thionyl chloride</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/281219'>281219: Arsenic trichloride and other chlorides and chloride oxides, n.e.c. in item no. 2812</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/281290'>281290: Halides and halide oxides of non-metals; excluding chloride</a>"]

    

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