HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2827.10 – Chlorides; of ammonium
HS code 2827.10 is the 6-digit subheading for chlorides, of ammonium. It is used for fertilizer grade ammonium chloride, industrial grade ammonium chloride, food additive ammonium chloride, pharmaceutical grade ammonium chloride and soldering flux.
What HS 2827.10 covers
Ammonium chloride is a versatile inorganic compound traded globally, primarily for its use in fertilizers, as a flux in soldering, and in the pharmaceutical industry as an expectorant. Countries with large agricultural sectors, particularly those focused on rice and wheat cultivation, are significant importers, as it provides a nitrogen source for plant growth. Additionally, industrial nations with robust manufacturing bases for electronics and metalworking will import it for soldering applications. Key things to know include its various grades (technical, food, pharmaceutical) which dictate its end-use and purity requirements, and the importance of proper handling due to its slightly acidic nature. Its trade is influenced by agricultural cycles, industrial demand, and regulatory standards for its different applications.
- Covers
- Fertilizer grade ammonium chloride
- Industrial grade ammonium chloride
- Food additive ammonium chloride
- Pharmaceutical grade ammonium chloride
- Soldering flux
- Electrolyte for dry cells
- Nitrogen fertilizer
- Feed additive
- Examples
- BASF Ammonium Chloride
- YaraMila fertilizers
- Solvay Ammonium Chloride
- Merck KGaA Ammonium Chloride
Codes often confused with 2827.10
Common mistake. This code can be confused with other nitrogen-containing fertilizers like urea (310210) or ammonium nitrate (310230) due to similar end-uses in agriculture, but 282710 specifically covers the chloride form.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 282710, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 282710 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 84% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, 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 China $171M 84% of world exports
- 2 Austria $7.0M 3.4% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $4.6M 2.3% of world exports
World total: $203M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Malaysia $88M 29% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$45M 15% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Indonesia $42M 14% of world imports
World total: $303M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 2827.10
Brazil does not split HS 2827.10: its NCM code is 2827.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 28.27 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2827.10
What is HS code 282710?
HS code 282710 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Chlorides; of ammonium. Ammonium chloride is a versatile inorganic compound traded globally, primarily for its use in fertilizers, as a flux in soldering, and in the pharmaceutical industry as an expectorant. Countries with large agricultural sectors, particularly those focused on rice and wheat cultivation, are significant importers, as it provides a nitrogen source for plant growth. Additionally, industrial nations with robust manufacturing bases for electronics and metalworking will import it for soldering applications. Key things to know include its various grades (technical, food, pharmaceutical) which dictate its end-use and purity requirements, and the importance of proper handling due to its slightly acidic nature. Its trade is influenced by agricultural cycles, industrial demand, and regulatory standards for its different applications.
What products fall under HS code 282710?
Fertilizer grade ammonium chloride, Industrial grade ammonium chloride, Food additive ammonium chloride, Pharmaceutical grade ammonium chloride, Soldering flux, Electrolyte for dry cells, Nitrogen fertilizer, Feed additive
What are common misclassifications for HS code 282710?
This code can be confused with other nitrogen-containing fertilizers like urea (310210) or ammonium nitrate (310230) due to similar end-uses in agriculture, but 282710 specifically covers the chloride form.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 282710?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 282710 in UN Comtrade data were China ($171M, 84% of world exports), Austria ($7.0M) and the Netherlands ($4.6M). World exports came to about $203M, 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 282710?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 282710 in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($88M, 29% of world imports), Vietnam (about $45M) and Indonesia ($42M). World imports came to about $303M, 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 282710 structured?
HS code 282710 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (28) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (27) 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 282710?
In Brazil, HS code 282710 is NCM 2827.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.