HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2823.00 – Titanium oxides
HS code 2823.00 is the 6-digit subheading for titanium oxides. It is used for titanium dioxide (rutile), titanium dioxide (anatase), titanium(III) oxide, titanium(II) oxide and titanium suboxides.
What HS 2823.00 covers
Titanium oxides, predominantly titanium dioxide (TiO2), are among the most widely traded inorganic chemicals globally, valued for their exceptional whiteness, opacity, and UV resistance. This HS code covers all forms of titanium oxides, making it a cornerstone for industries such as paints, coatings, plastics, paper, and cosmetics. International trade sees a constant flow of these materials from large-scale chemical producers to manufacturers worldwide. Importers include virtually every industrialized nation, particularly those with robust construction, automotive, and consumer goods sectors. Exporters are typically countries with significant ilmenite or rutile ore deposits and advanced processing plants. Key trade considerations include the specific crystal form (rutile or anatase), particle size, surface treatment, and purity, which dictate its performance as a pigment or photocatalyst. The global market is highly competitive, with demand driven by urbanization, infrastructure development, and the increasing use of UV-protective materials. Environmental regulations regarding production processes also play a significant role in trade.
- Covers
- Titanium dioxide (rutile)
- Titanium dioxide (anatase)
- Titanium(III) oxide
- Titanium(II) oxide
- Titanium suboxides
- Pigmentary titanium dioxide
- Examples
- DuPont Ti-Pure
- Tronox titanium dioxide
- Venator Tioxide
Codes often confused with 2823.00
Common mistake. While primarily titanium dioxide, this code includes other titanium oxides, which could be confused with titanium metal (Chapter 81) or titanium ores (Chapter 26) if not clearly an oxide.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 282300, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 282300 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 10% 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 China $100M 18% of world exports
- 2 France $79M 15% of world exports
- 3 India $72M 13% of world exports
World total: $540M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $78M 10% of world imports
- 2 Germany $74M 9.6% of world imports
- 3 India $64M 8.4% of world imports
World total: $771M 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 2823.00 2
Brazil splits HS 2823.00 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 28.23 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2823.00
What is HS code 282300?
HS code 282300 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Titanium oxides. Titanium oxides, predominantly titanium dioxide (TiO2), are among the most widely traded inorganic chemicals globally, valued for their exceptional whiteness, opacity, and UV resistance. This HS code covers all forms of titanium oxides, making it a cornerstone for industries such as paints, coatings, plastics, paper, and cosmetics. International trade sees a constant flow of these materials from large-scale chemical producers to manufacturers worldwide. Importers include virtually every industrialized nation, particularly those with robust construction, automotive, and consumer goods sectors. Exporters are typically countries with significant ilmenite or rutile ore deposits and advanced processing plants. Key trade considerations include the specific crystal form (rutile or anatase), particle size, surface treatment, and purity, which dictate its performance as a pigment or photocatalyst. The global market is highly competitive, with demand driven by urbanization, infrastructure development, and the increasing use of UV-protective materials. Environmental regulations regarding production processes also play a significant role in trade.
What products fall under HS code 282300?
Titanium dioxide (rutile), Titanium dioxide (anatase), Titanium(III) oxide, Titanium(II) oxide, Titanium suboxides, Pigmentary titanium dioxide
What are common misclassifications for HS code 282300?
While primarily titanium dioxide, this code includes other titanium oxides, which could be confused with titanium metal (Chapter 81) or titanium ores (Chapter 26) if not clearly an oxide.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 282300?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 282300 in UN Comtrade data were China ($100M, 18% of world exports), France ($79M) and India ($72M). World exports came to about $540M, 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 282300?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 282300 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($78M, 10% of world imports), Germany ($74M) and India ($64M). World imports came to about $771M, 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 282300 structured?
HS code 282300 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (28) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (23) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 282300?
Brazil splits HS code 282300 into 2 NCM codes: 2823.00.10 (Titanium dioxide, anatase type), 2823.00.90 (Other titanium oxides). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.