HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2827.59 – Bromides and bromide oxides; other than item no. 2827.51
HS code 2827.59 is the 6-digit subheading for bromides and bromide oxides, other than item no. 2827.51. It is used for calcium bromide, zinc bromide, lithium bromide, magnesium bromide and strontium bromide.
What HS 2827.59 covers
This "other" category for bromides and bromide oxides covers a wide array of inorganic compounds, excluding sodium and potassium bromides. It includes bromides of metals like calcium, zinc, lithium, and magnesium, as well as various bromide oxides. These compounds are traded globally for specialized applications across diverse industries. For instance, calcium bromide is a common component in oil and gas drilling fluids, while lithium bromide is used in absorption chillers for air conditioning. Other bromides might serve as flame retardants, catalysts, or chemical intermediates. Importers are typically countries with advanced industrial sectors, specialized manufacturing, or significant oil and gas operations. Key considerations include the specific properties and purity requirements for each compound, as well as safe handling due to potential toxicity or corrosive nature. The trade in this category is driven by niche industrial demands.
- Covers
- Calcium bromide
- Zinc bromide
- Lithium bromide
- Magnesium bromide
- Strontium bromide
- Oilfield drilling fluid
- Refrigeration absorbent
- Flame retardant
- Chemical reagent
- Examples
- ICL-IP Calcium Bromide
- Albemarle Lithium Bromide
- Chemtura Zinc Bromide
- Great Lakes Solutions Bromide Compounds
Codes often confused with 2827.59
Common mistake. This code is often confused with sodium or potassium bromides (282751) or with other non-bromide salts of the same metals (e.g., calcium chloride 282720), but 282759 specifically covers bromides and bromide oxides other than those of sodium or potassium.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 282759, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 282759 in UN Comtrade data was Israel, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 28% of world imports. Jordan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 13% of its exports here ($5.4M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Israel $99M 28% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $43M 12% of world exports
- 3 Jordan* ~$39M 11% of world exports · partner records ↗
Jordan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 13% of its exports here ($5.4M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
World total: $356M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Saudi Arabia $100M 28% of world imports
- 2 United States $52M 15% of world imports
- 3 China $23M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $356M 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 2827.59
Brazil does not split HS 2827.59: its NCM code is 2827.59.00.
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 2827.59
What is HS code 282759?
HS code 282759 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Bromides and bromide oxides; other than item no. 2827.51. This "other" category for bromides and bromide oxides covers a wide array of inorganic compounds, excluding sodium and potassium bromides. It includes bromides of metals like calcium, zinc, lithium, and magnesium, as well as various bromide oxides. These compounds are traded globally for specialized applications across diverse industries. For instance, calcium bromide is a common component in oil and gas drilling fluids, while lithium bromide is used in absorption chillers for air conditioning. Other bromides might serve as flame retardants, catalysts, or chemical intermediates. Importers are typically countries with advanced industrial sectors, specialized manufacturing, or significant oil and gas operations. Key considerations include the specific properties and purity requirements for each compound, as well as safe handling due to potential toxicity or corrosive nature. The trade in this category is driven by niche industrial demands.
What products fall under HS code 282759?
Calcium bromide, Zinc bromide, Lithium bromide, Magnesium bromide, Strontium bromide, Oilfield drilling fluid, Refrigeration absorbent, Flame retardant, Chemical reagent
What are common misclassifications for HS code 282759?
This code is often confused with sodium or potassium bromides (282751) or with other non-bromide salts of the same metals (e.g., calcium chloride 282720), but 282759 specifically covers bromides and bromide oxides other than those of sodium or potassium.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 282759?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 282759 in UN Comtrade data were Israel ($99M, 28% of world exports), the Netherlands ($43M) and Jordan (about $39M). World exports came to about $356M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Jordan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 13% of its exports here ($5.4M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 282759?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 282759 in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($100M, 28% of world imports), the United States ($52M) and China ($23M). World imports came to about $356M, 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 282759 structured?
HS code 282759 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 (59) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 282759?
In Brazil, HS code 282759 is NCM 2827.59.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.