HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2812.14 – Phosphorus pentachloride
HS code 2812.14 is the 6-digit subheading for phosphorus pentachloride. It is used for phosphorus pentachloride, PCl5 and pentachlorophosphorane.
What HS 2812.14 covers
Phosphorus pentachloride (PCl5) is covered by this HS code, an important chlorinating agent and chemical intermediate in various industrial processes. It is primarily utilized in organic synthesis for converting carboxylic acids and alcohols into their corresponding acyl chlorides and alkyl chlorides, respectively. PCl5 also finds application in the production of certain pharmaceuticals, dyes, and other specialty chemicals. Major chemical manufacturing nations, such as China, India, the United States, and Germany, are key players in its international trade. Due to its highly reactive and corrosive nature, particularly with moisture, PCl5 demands stringent safety measures for handling, storage, and transportation, including specialized packaging. Its high purity is often essential for sensitive chemical reactions, making quality control a significant aspect of its trade.
- Covers
- Phosphorus pentachloride
- PCl5
- Pentachlorophosphorane
- Examples
- ICL Group Phosphorus Pentachloride
- Lanxess PCl5
- Solvay Phosphorus Pentachloride
Codes often confused with 2812.14
Common mistake. This code is specific but might be confused with phosphorus trichloride (2812.13) or phosphorus oxychloride (2812.12) if the exact stoichiometry of chlorine and oxygen is not carefully verified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 281214, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 281214 in UN Comtrade data was India, with 70% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 29% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 India $276K 70% of world exports
- 2 China $103K 26% of world exports
- 3 Switzerland $9K 2.2% of world exports
World total: $396K Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $263K 29% of world imports
- 2 South Korea $227K 25% of world imports
- 3 Croatia $103K 12% of world imports
World total: $894K Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 2812.14
Brazil does not split HS 2812.14: its NCM code is 2812.14.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 28.12 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2812.14
What is HS code 281214?
HS code 281214 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Phosphorus pentachloride. Phosphorus pentachloride (PCl5) is covered by this HS code, an important chlorinating agent and chemical intermediate in various industrial processes. It is primarily utilized in organic synthesis for converting carboxylic acids and alcohols into their corresponding acyl chlorides and alkyl chlorides, respectively. PCl5 also finds application in the production of certain pharmaceuticals, dyes, and other specialty chemicals. Major chemical manufacturing nations, such as China, India, the United States, and Germany, are key players in its international trade. Due to its highly reactive and corrosive nature, particularly with moisture, PCl5 demands stringent safety measures for handling, storage, and transportation, including specialized packaging. Its high purity is often essential for sensitive chemical reactions, making quality control a significant aspect of its trade.
What products fall under HS code 281214?
Phosphorus pentachloride, PCl5, Pentachlorophosphorane
What are common misclassifications for HS code 281214?
This code is specific but might be confused with phosphorus trichloride (2812.13) or phosphorus oxychloride (2812.12) if the exact stoichiometry of chlorine and oxygen is not carefully verified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 281214?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 281214 in UN Comtrade data were India ($276K, 70% of world exports), China ($103K) and Switzerland ($9K). World exports came to about $396K, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 281214?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 281214 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($263K, 29% of world imports), South Korea ($227K) and Croatia ($103K). World imports came to about $894K, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 281214 structured?
HS code 281214 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (28) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (12) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (14) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 281214?
In Brazil, HS code 281214 is NCM 2812.14.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.