Sulphur Hs Code

Sulphur harmonized system code

Product Overview Sulphur, classified under HS Code 250300, is a chemically pure elemental substance primarily composed of the non-metallic element sulfur (S). It is typically supplied in a powdered, granulated, or prilled form, exhibiting a bright yellow color and a melting point of approximately 115°C. The product is processed to achieve high purity levels, generally exceeding 99.5% sulfur content, with minimal impurities such as arsenic, heavy metals, and moisture content below 0.5%. Under HS Code 250300, sulphur is categorized into subheadings that distinguish between sublimed sulfur, precipitated sulfur, and colloidal sulfur, each defined by specific particle size distributions and processing methods. Commercially, sulphur serves critical roles across multiple sectors including agriculture (as a fungicide and soil amendment), chemical manufacturing (in sulfuric acid production), pharmaceuticals, and rubber vulcanization processes. Its intrinsic properties—such as low toxicity, stability under ambient conditions, and ease of handling—enhance its market positioning as a versatile bulk commodity essential to both industrial and food-grade applications. HS Code Classification & Trade Specifications The Harmonized System (HS) Code 250300 is structured hierarchically as follows: Chapter 25 (Salt; sulphur; earths and stones; plastering materials, lime and cement), Heading 2503 (Sulphur of all kinds, other than sublimed sulphur, precipitated sulphur and colloidal sulphur), and Subheading 250300 (Sulphur in elemental form). This classification arises from the product’s elemental composition and physical state, aligning with international customs nomenclature standards for mineral products. Trade of sulphur under this code typically involves bulk packaging in woven polypropylene bags or steel drums, with moisture-proof liners to maintain product integrity during transit. Preservation measures focus on preventing contamination and moisture ingress, ensuring compliance with international quality standards such as ISO 9001 and relevant phytosanitary regulations when applicable. Shipping requirements mandate clear labeling of purity grade, batch number, and safety data per GHS guidelines. The product’s classification facilitates accurate customs declaration, tariff application, and adherence to WTO trade agreements, streamlining import/export operations for global stakeholders.

Sulphur Chapter Note

1.- Except where their context or Note 4 to this Chapter otherwise requires, the headings of this Chapter cover only products which are in the crude state or which have been washed (even with chemical substances eliminating the impurities without changing the structure of the product), crushed, ground, powdered, levigated, sifted, screened, concentrated by flotation, magnetic separation or other mechanical or physical processes (except crystallisation), but not products which have been roasted, calcined, obtained by mixing or subjected to processing beyond that mentioned in each heading. The products of this Chapter may contain an added anti-dusting agent, provided that such addition does not render the product particularly suitable for specific use rather than for general use. 2.- This Chapter does not cover : (a) Sublimed sulphur, precipitated sulphur or colloidal sulphur (heading 28.02); (b) Earth colours containing 70 % or more by weight of combined iron evaluated as Fe2O3 (heading 28.21); (c) Medicaments or other products of Chapter 30; (d) Perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations (Chapter 33); (e) Dolomite ramming mix (heading 38.16); (f) Setts, curbstones or flagstones (heading 68.01); mosaic cubes or the like (heading 68.02); roofing, facing or damp course slates (heading 68.03); (g) Precious or semi-precious stones (heading 71.02 or 71.03); (h) Cultured crystals (other than optical elements) weighing not less than 2.5 g each, of sodium chloride or of magnesium oxide, of heading 38.24; optical elements of sodium chloride or of magnesium oxide (heading 90.01); (ij) Billiard chalks (heading 95.04); or (k) Writing or drawing chalks or tailors' chalks (heading 96.09). 3.- Any products classifiable in heading 25.17 and any other heading of the Chapter are to be classified in heading 25.17. 4.- Heading 25.30 applies, inter alia, to : vermiculite, perlite and chlorites, unexpanded; earth colours, whether or not calcined or mixed together; natural micaceous iron oxides; meerschaum (whether or not in polished pieces); amber; agglomerated meerschaum and agglomerated amber, in plates, rods, sticks or similar forms, not worked after moulding; jet; strontianite (whether or not calcined), other than strontium oxide; broken pieces of pottery, brick or concrete.