HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2813.10 – Carbon disulphide
HS code 2813.10 is the 6-digit subheading for carbon disulphide. It is used for carbon disulphide, carbon bisulphide, CS2, viscose rayon precursor and rubber chemical intermediate.
What HS 2813.10 covers
Carbon disulphide (CS2) is a colorless, volatile, and highly flammable liquid with a distinctive odor, primarily traded for its use as a solvent and a chemical intermediate. Historically, it was crucial in the production of viscose rayon and cellophane, and while these applications have declined in some regions, it remains vital for manufacturing rubber chemicals, pesticides, and pharmaceuticals. It also serves as a solvent for sulfur, phosphorus, iodine, fats, and resins. Major importers and exporters include chemical manufacturing companies, agricultural chemical producers, and specialized industrial firms. Due to its flammability and toxicity, international trade in carbon disulphide is heavily regulated, requiring strict adherence to dangerous goods transportation protocols and safety standards. Its demand is influenced by the global agricultural sector and the specialty chemical industry, making it a key commodity for various industrial processes.
- Covers
- Carbon disulphide
- Carbon bisulphide
- CS2
- Viscose rayon precursor
- Rubber chemical intermediate
- Solvent for sulfur
- Examples
- BASF Carbon Disulphide
- Dow Chemical Carbon Disulphide
- Sigma-Aldrich Carbon Disulphide
- Arkema Carbon Disulphide
Codes often confused with 2813.10
Common mistake. This code specifically covers carbon disulphide, distinguishing it from other non-metal sulphides found in 2813.90, which are generally solid or have different chemical structures and uses.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 281310, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 281310 in UN Comtrade data was France, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 16% of world imports. Austria reports $419M of its chapter 28 imports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $40M 37% of world exports
- 2 Germany $26M 24% of world exports
- 3 United States $16M 14% of world exports
World total: $109M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Belgium $18M 16% of world imports
- 2 India $17M 15% of world imports
- 3 Austria $17M 15% of world imports
Austria reports $419M of its chapter 28 imports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
World total: $109M 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 2813.10
Brazil does not split HS 2813.10: its NCM code is 2813.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 28.13 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2813.10
What is HS code 281310?
HS code 281310 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Carbon disulphide. Carbon disulphide (CS2) is a colorless, volatile, and highly flammable liquid with a distinctive odor, primarily traded for its use as a solvent and a chemical intermediate. Historically, it was crucial in the production of viscose rayon and cellophane, and while these applications have declined in some regions, it remains vital for manufacturing rubber chemicals, pesticides, and pharmaceuticals. It also serves as a solvent for sulfur, phosphorus, iodine, fats, and resins. Major importers and exporters include chemical manufacturing companies, agricultural chemical producers, and specialized industrial firms. Due to its flammability and toxicity, international trade in carbon disulphide is heavily regulated, requiring strict adherence to dangerous goods transportation protocols and safety standards. Its demand is influenced by the global agricultural sector and the specialty chemical industry, making it a key commodity for various industrial processes.
What products fall under HS code 281310?
Carbon disulphide, Carbon bisulphide, CS2, Viscose rayon precursor, Rubber chemical intermediate, Solvent for sulfur
What are common misclassifications for HS code 281310?
This code specifically covers carbon disulphide, distinguishing it from other non-metal sulphides found in 2813.90, which are generally solid or have different chemical structures and uses.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 281310?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 281310 in UN Comtrade data were France ($40M, 37% of world exports), Germany ($26M) and the United States ($16M). World exports came to about $109M, 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 281310?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 281310 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($18M, 16% of world imports), India ($17M) and Austria ($17M). World imports came to about $109M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Austria reports $419M of its chapter 28 imports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
How is HS code 281310 structured?
HS code 281310 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (28) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (13) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 281310?
In Brazil, HS code 281310 is NCM 2813.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.