HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2833.27 – Sulphates; of barium
HS code 2833.27 is the 6-digit subheading for sulphates, of barium. It is used for barium sulfate powder, precipitated barium sulfate, barite ore (processed), medical grade barium sulfate and industrial grade barium sulfate.
What HS 2833.27 covers
Barium sulphate is a heavy, white, insoluble inorganic compound with significant industrial applications, particularly in the oil and gas industry as a weighting agent for drilling fluids. It's also used as a radiocontrast agent in medical imaging, a filler in plastics and rubber, and a pigment in paints. International trade sees it moving from countries with significant barite (barium sulphate ore) deposits or chemical processing capabilities to nations with active drilling operations, manufacturing industries, or advanced healthcare systems. Key considerations in its trade include purity, particle size, and specific gravity, which are critical for its performance in various applications. Environmental regulations regarding mining and processing also influence its global supply chain.
- Covers
- Barium sulfate powder
- Precipitated barium sulfate
- Barite ore (processed)
- Medical grade barium sulfate
- Industrial grade barium sulfate
- Barium sulfate suspension
- Examples
- Barite (mineral)
- Blanc Fixe
- E-Z-HD (medical contrast)
- Baroid (drilling fluid additive)
Codes often confused with 2833.27
Common mistake. This code is specifically for barium sulphates and should not be confused with other barium compounds like barium carbonate (2836.60) or barium chloride (2827.39), which have different uses.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 283327, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 283327 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 70% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, 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 China $54M 70% of world exports
- 2 Japan $10M 13% of world exports
- 3 United States $4.6M 6.0% of world exports
World total: $77M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $23M 14% of world imports
- 2 United States $21M 12% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $10M 6.1% of world imports
World total: $171M 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 2833.27 2
Brazil splits HS 2833.27 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 2833.27.10 Barium sulphate, 97.5% BaSO4 or moreCom um teor de BaSO4 igual ou superior a 97,5 %, em peso
- 2833.27.90 Other barium sulphateOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 28.33 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2833.27
What is HS code 283327?
HS code 283327 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Sulphates; of barium. Barium sulphate is a heavy, white, insoluble inorganic compound with significant industrial applications, particularly in the oil and gas industry as a weighting agent for drilling fluids. It's also used as a radiocontrast agent in medical imaging, a filler in plastics and rubber, and a pigment in paints. International trade sees it moving from countries with significant barite (barium sulphate ore) deposits or chemical processing capabilities to nations with active drilling operations, manufacturing industries, or advanced healthcare systems. Key considerations in its trade include purity, particle size, and specific gravity, which are critical for its performance in various applications. Environmental regulations regarding mining and processing also influence its global supply chain.
What products fall under HS code 283327?
Barium sulfate powder, Precipitated barium sulfate, Barite ore (processed), Medical grade barium sulfate, Industrial grade barium sulfate, Barium sulfate suspension
What are common misclassifications for HS code 283327?
This code is specifically for barium sulphates and should not be confused with other barium compounds like barium carbonate (2836.60) or barium chloride (2827.39), which have different uses.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 283327?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 283327 in UN Comtrade data were China ($54M, 70% of world exports), Japan ($10M) and the United States ($4.6M). World exports came to about $77M, 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 283327?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 283327 in UN Comtrade data were India ($23M, 14% of world imports), the United States ($21M) and the United Kingdom ($10M). World imports came to about $171M, 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 283327 structured?
HS code 283327 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (28) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (33) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (27) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 283327?
Brazil splits HS code 283327 into 2 NCM codes: 2833.27.10 (Barium sulphate, 97.5% BaSO4 or more), 2833.27.90 (Other barium sulphate). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.