HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2827.35 – Chlorides; of nickel
HS code 2827.35 is the 6-digit subheading for chlorides, of nickel. It is used for nickel chloride hexahydrate, anhydrous nickel chloride, electroplating chemical, catalyst precursor and nickel salt for battery production.
What HS 2827.35 covers
Nickel chloride is an important inorganic compound extensively traded globally, primarily for its critical role in electroplating, where it serves as a key component in nickel plating baths to produce corrosion-resistant and decorative coatings. Countries with strong manufacturing sectors, particularly in automotive, electronics, and jewelry, are significant importers. It is also used as a catalyst in various chemical reactions, in the production of nickel catalysts, and as a precursor for other nickel compounds. The trade of nickel chloride is influenced by the demand for finished goods requiring nickel plating and the overall health of industrial manufacturing. Key considerations include its various forms (anhydrous, hexahydrate) and purity levels, which are crucial for achieving desired plating quality. Environmental regulations regarding heavy metals also impact its handling and trade.
- Covers
- Nickel chloride hexahydrate
- Anhydrous nickel chloride
- Electroplating chemical
- Catalyst precursor
- Nickel salt for battery production
- Chemical reagent
- Dyeing mordant
- Examples
- Umicore Nickel Chloride
- J.T. Baker Nickel Chloride
- Alfa Aesar Nickel Chloride
- MacDermid Enthone Nickel Plating Solutions
Codes often confused with 2827.35
Common mistake. This code could be mistaken for other nickel salts like nickel sulfate (283324) or nickel carbonate (283699) due to similar applications in electroplating or as precursors, but 282735 is specific to nickel chlorides.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 282735, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 282735 in UN Comtrade data was Taiwan, with about 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 14% 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 Taiwan* ~$12M 28% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 France $8.2M 19% of world exports
- 3 Germany $6.1M 14% of world exports
World total: $42M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $6.1M 14% of world imports
- 2 Japan $5.2M 12% of world imports
- 3 Italy $2.8M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $45M 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 2827.35
Brazil does not split HS 2827.35: its NCM code is 2827.35.00.
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 2827.35
What is HS code 282735?
HS code 282735 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Chlorides; of nickel. Nickel chloride is an important inorganic compound extensively traded globally, primarily for its critical role in electroplating, where it serves as a key component in nickel plating baths to produce corrosion-resistant and decorative coatings. Countries with strong manufacturing sectors, particularly in automotive, electronics, and jewelry, are significant importers. It is also used as a catalyst in various chemical reactions, in the production of nickel catalysts, and as a precursor for other nickel compounds. The trade of nickel chloride is influenced by the demand for finished goods requiring nickel plating and the overall health of industrial manufacturing. Key considerations include its various forms (anhydrous, hexahydrate) and purity levels, which are crucial for achieving desired plating quality. Environmental regulations regarding heavy metals also impact its handling and trade.
What products fall under HS code 282735?
Nickel chloride hexahydrate, Anhydrous nickel chloride, Electroplating chemical, Catalyst precursor, Nickel salt for battery production, Chemical reagent, Dyeing mordant
What are common misclassifications for HS code 282735?
This code could be mistaken for other nickel salts like nickel sulfate (283324) or nickel carbonate (283699) due to similar applications in electroplating or as precursors, but 282735 is specific to nickel chlorides.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 282735?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 282735 in UN Comtrade data were Taiwan (about $12M, 28% of world exports), France ($8.2M) and Germany ($6.1M). World exports came to about $42M, 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 282735?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 282735 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($6.1M, 14% of world imports), Japan ($5.2M) and Italy ($2.8M). World imports came to about $45M, 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 282735 structured?
HS code 282735 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 (35) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 282735?
In Brazil, HS code 282735 is NCM 2827.35.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.