HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2840.30 – Peroxoborates (perborates)
HS code 2840.30 is the 6-digit subheading for peroxoborates (perborates). It is used for sodium perborate monohydrate, sodium perborate tetrahydrate, perboric acid salts, bleaching agents and detergent additives.
What HS 2840.30 covers
Peroxoborates, commonly known as perborates, are inorganic compounds primarily recognized for their strong oxidizing properties, making them indispensable in the detergent and cleaning industries. These chemicals act as bleaching agents, releasing hydrogen peroxide when dissolved in water, which is effective in stain removal and disinfection. Major importers are countries with large consumer goods manufacturing sectors, especially those producing laundry detergents, dishwashing tablets, and other cleaning products, such as the United States, Germany, and Japan. Exporters often include chemical manufacturers in regions with access to raw materials or advanced chemical processing capabilities, like China, Europe, and some parts of North America. Key considerations in their trade involve their stability, active oxygen content, and environmental regulations concerning their use and disposal, as well as the shift towards more eco-friendly alternatives.
- Covers
- Sodium perborate monohydrate
- Sodium perborate tetrahydrate
- Perboric acid salts
- Bleaching agents
- Detergent additives
- Disinfectant components
- Examples
- Persil (detergent containing perborates)
- Ariel (detergent)
- Vanish (stain remover)
- OxiClean (some formulations)
Codes often confused with 2840.30
Common mistake. This code could be confused with 284700 (Peroxides of sodium or potassium) if not clearly identified as a borate, or with other bleaching agents under 3402 (Organic surface-active agents) if part of a formulated product.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 284030, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 284030 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 61% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 43% 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 $4.2M 61% of world exports
- 2 United States $1.4M 20% of world exports
- 3 India $550K 8.0% of world exports
World total: $6.9M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $6.2M 43% of world imports
- 2 India $1.4M 9.8% of world imports
- 3 Canada $1.1M 7.8% of world imports
World total: $14M 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 code for 2840.30
Brazil does not split HS 2840.30: its NCM code is 2840.30.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 28.40 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2840.30
What is HS code 284030?
HS code 284030 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Peroxoborates (perborates). Peroxoborates, commonly known as perborates, are inorganic compounds primarily recognized for their strong oxidizing properties, making them indispensable in the detergent and cleaning industries. These chemicals act as bleaching agents, releasing hydrogen peroxide when dissolved in water, which is effective in stain removal and disinfection. Major importers are countries with large consumer goods manufacturing sectors, especially those producing laundry detergents, dishwashing tablets, and other cleaning products, such as the United States, Germany, and Japan. Exporters often include chemical manufacturers in regions with access to raw materials or advanced chemical processing capabilities, like China, Europe, and some parts of North America. Key considerations in their trade involve their stability, active oxygen content, and environmental regulations concerning their use and disposal, as well as the shift towards more eco-friendly alternatives.
What products fall under HS code 284030?
Sodium perborate monohydrate, Sodium perborate tetrahydrate, Perboric acid salts, Bleaching agents, Detergent additives, Disinfectant components
What are common misclassifications for HS code 284030?
This code could be confused with 284700 (Peroxides of sodium or potassium) if not clearly identified as a borate, or with other bleaching agents under 3402 (Organic surface-active agents) if part of a formulated product.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 284030?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 284030 in UN Comtrade data were China ($4.2M, 61% of world exports), the United States ($1.4M) and India ($550K). World exports came to about $6.9M, 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 284030?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 284030 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($6.2M, 43% of world imports), India ($1.4M) and Canada ($1.1M). World imports came to about $14M, 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 284030 structured?
HS code 284030 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (28) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (40) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 284030?
In Brazil, HS code 284030 is NCM 2840.30.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.