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U.S. imports of aluminum chloride (HS 282732) totaled $1.4M in May 2026, traded with 7 countries.
Importers of Aluminum Chloride paid $107K in duties in May 2026 — an effective duty rate of 11% on $1.0M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Aluminum Chloride imports of $1.4M in May 2026 ran 25% above the year-to-date monthly average of $1.2M.
Last updated: May 2026 dataAnhydrous aluminum chloride is a cornerstone Lewis acid catalyst in Friedel-Crafts alkylation and acylation reactions, making it indispensable to petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical synthesis. Classified under a single 10-digit line (2827320000), it is highly moisture-sensitive and typically shipped in sealed drums or ISO containers with desiccant protection, which adds complexity to port-of-entry handling. India leads US imports under this heading, followed by Canada and Germany, reflecting both large-scale chemical manufacturing capacity and, for Canada, logistical proximity.
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Anhydrous aluminum chloride is classified as a hazardous material (corrosive solid) under DOT regulations and must be shipped with proper UN packaging, hazard labels, and a Safety Data Sheet. At the port, importers should confirm that storage facilities can handle moisture-sensitive corrosives, as exposure to humidity generates hydrochloric acid fumes. CBP entry documentation should include the SDS and a certificate of analysis specifying anhydrous vs. hexahydrate form.
Both anhydrous aluminum chloride and aluminum chloride hexahydrate classify under 2827320000—the tariff line does not subdivide by hydration state. However, the form is commercially critical: anhydrous AlCl₃ is the active catalyst form, while the hexahydrate is used in water-treatment and cosmetic applications. Declaring the correct form on the commercial invoice helps avoid CBP queries about concentration or processing.
Monthly import values over time
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2827320000 | ALUMINUM CHLORIDE | $1.3M | 8.79% | 83.94% | $113K |
ALUMINUM CHLORIDE
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2827320000 | ALUMINUM CHLORIDE | $3.1M |
ALUMINUM CHLORIDE
815.6K kg
URANIUM ENRICHED IN U235 ETC. PLUTONIUM ETC.
HS 284420
NATURAL URANIUM & COMPOUNDS, ALLOYS & CERAMICS ETC
HS 284410
ANHYDROUS AMMONIA
HS 281410
ALLOYS, DISPERSIONS,ISOTOPES & COMPOUNDS NES
HS 284443
SILICON, UNDER 99.99% (BY WEIGHT) SILICON
HS 280469
PHOSPHORIC ACID AND POLYPHOSPHORIC ACIDS
HS 280920
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $14K | $2.2M | +$2.2M |
| Mississippi | $807K | -- | -$807K |
| New Jersey | $23K | $229K | +$206K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| DALLAS-FORT WORTH, TX | -- | $2.1M | +$2.1M |
| NEW ORLEANS, LA | $816K | $7K | -$810K |
| BUFFALO-NIAGARA FALLS, NY | $28K | $140K | +$112K |