About HS Code 280430
This HS code covers elemental nitrogen, the most abundant gas in Earth's atmosphere, traded extensively by industrial gas companies. Nitrogen is crucial across a wide array of industries due to its inert properties. It's used to create inert atmospheres for preventing oxidation in electronics manufacturing, food packaging (modified atmosphere packaging), and chemical processing. Liquid nitrogen is vital for cryogenics, medical applications like preserving biological samples, and rapid freezing in food processing. Importers range from food and beverage companies to semiconductor manufacturers and healthcare providers. Key trade considerations include purity levels, the method of delivery (compressed gas cylinders, liquid nitrogen dewars, bulk liquid), and safety regulations for handling cryogenic liquids.
Products Under This Code
Gaseous nitrogen, liquid nitrogen, compressed nitrogen, ultra-high purity nitrogen, industrial nitrogen
Real World Examples
BOC Nitrogen, Taiyo Nippon Sanso Nitrogen, Air Products Nitrogen, Linde Nitrogen
Common Misclassification
This code is for elemental nitrogen; it can be confused with nitrogen compounds like ammonia (2814.10) or nitrogen oxides (2811.29), which are distinct chemical compounds.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product falls under the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Importers to the EU must declare embedded carbon emissions and purchase CBAM certificates.
Products Classified Under 2804.30
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
China, the USA, and Germany are major producers and consumers, with extensive domestic and international trade in nitrogen.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 280430?
HS code 280430 covers: Nitrogen. This HS code covers elemental nitrogen, the most abundant gas in Earth's atmosphere, traded extensively by industrial gas companies. Nitrogen is crucial across a wide array of industries due to its inert properties. It's used to create inert atmospheres for preventing oxidation in electronics manufacturing, food packaging (modified atmosphere packaging), and chemical processing. Liquid nitrogen is vital for cryogenics, medical applications like preserving biological samples, and rapid freezing in food processing. Importers range from food and beverage companies to semiconductor manufacturers and healthcare providers. Key trade considerations include purity levels, the method of delivery (compressed gas cylinders, liquid nitrogen dewars, bulk liquid), and safety regulations for handling cryogenic liquids.
What products fall under HS code 280430?
Gaseous nitrogen, liquid nitrogen, compressed nitrogen, ultra-high purity nitrogen, industrial nitrogen
What are common misclassifications for HS code 280430?
This code is for elemental nitrogen; it can be confused with nitrogen compounds like ammonia (2814.10) or nitrogen oxides (2811.29), which are distinct chemical compounds.
How is HS code 280430 structured?
HS code 280430 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (28) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.