HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2813.90 – Sulphides of non-metals, (excluding carbon); commercial phosphorus trisulphide
HS code 2813.90 is the 6-digit subheading for sulphides of non-metals, (excluding carbon), commercial phosphorus trisulphide. It is used for phosphorus trisulphide, phosphorus pentasulphide, arsenic trisulphide, silicon disulphide and sulfur monochloride.
What HS 2813.90 covers
This HS code covers sulphides of non-metals, explicitly excluding carbon disulphide (2813.10). A key inclusion here is commercial phosphorus trisulphide, but the category also encompasses a range of other non-metal sulphides like phosphorus pentasulphide, arsenic sulphides, and silicon disulphide. These compounds are vital as intermediates in various chemical syntheses, particularly in the production of lubricants, pesticides, flotation agents, and specialty glasses. Phosphorus sulphides, for instance, are crucial in manufacturing extreme pressure additives for lubricants and in matches. Importers and exporters are typically chemical manufacturers, lubricant producers, and companies in the mining and agricultural sectors. Given their often reactive, toxic, or flammable nature, international trade in these sulphides is subject to stringent safety regulations, requiring specialized handling and transportation to mitigate risks.
- Covers
- Phosphorus trisulphide
- Phosphorus pentasulphide
- Arsenic trisulphide
- Silicon disulphide
- Sulfur monochloride
- Antimony trisulphide
- Examples
- Lanxess Phosphorus Pentasulphide
- Sigma-Aldrich Phosphorus Trisulphide
- Alfa Aesar Arsenic Trisulphide
- Merck Sulfur Monochloride
Codes often confused with 2813.90
Common mistake. This code specifically excludes carbon disulphide (2813.10) and covers other non-metal sulphides, particularly phosphorus sulphides, which have distinct industrial applications.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 281390, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 281390 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 23% 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 Germany $27M 26% of world exports
- 2 China $23M 22% of world exports
- 3 Singapore $23M 22% of world exports
World total: $105M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $22M 23% of world imports
- 2 Singapore $19M 20% of world imports
- 3 United States $8.7M 9.3% of world imports
World total: $94M 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 codes for 2813.90 2
Brazil splits HS 2813.90 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 2813.90.10 Diphosphorus pentasulphidePentassulfeto de difósforo
- 2813.90.90 Other sulphides of non-metalsOutros
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 2813.90
What is HS code 281390?
HS code 281390 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Sulphides of non-metals, (excluding carbon); commercial phosphorus trisulphide. This HS code covers sulphides of non-metals, explicitly excluding carbon disulphide (2813.10). A key inclusion here is commercial phosphorus trisulphide, but the category also encompasses a range of other non-metal sulphides like phosphorus pentasulphide, arsenic sulphides, and silicon disulphide. These compounds are vital as intermediates in various chemical syntheses, particularly in the production of lubricants, pesticides, flotation agents, and specialty glasses. Phosphorus sulphides, for instance, are crucial in manufacturing extreme pressure additives for lubricants and in matches. Importers and exporters are typically chemical manufacturers, lubricant producers, and companies in the mining and agricultural sectors. Given their often reactive, toxic, or flammable nature, international trade in these sulphides is subject to stringent safety regulations, requiring specialized handling and transportation to mitigate risks.
What products fall under HS code 281390?
Phosphorus trisulphide, Phosphorus pentasulphide, Arsenic trisulphide, Silicon disulphide, Sulfur monochloride, Antimony trisulphide
What are common misclassifications for HS code 281390?
This code specifically excludes carbon disulphide (2813.10) and covers other non-metal sulphides, particularly phosphorus sulphides, which have distinct industrial applications.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 281390?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 281390 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($27M, 26% of world exports), China ($23M) and Singapore ($23M). World exports came to about $105M, 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 281390?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 281390 in UN Comtrade data were France ($22M, 23% of world imports), Singapore ($19M) and the United States ($8.7M). World imports came to about $94M, 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 281390 structured?
HS code 281390 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 281390?
Brazil splits HS code 281390 into 2 NCM codes: 2813.90.10 (Diphosphorus pentasulphide), 2813.90.90 (Other sulphides of non-metals). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.