HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2841.69 – Salts; of oxometallic or peroxometallic acids, manganites, manganates and permanganates, other than potassium permanganate
HS code 2841.69 is the 6-digit subheading for salts, of oxometallic or peroxometallic acids, manganites, manganates and permanganates, other than potassium permanganate. It is used for sodium manganate, barium manganate, calcium manganate, manganese dioxide (as a salt precursor) and lithium manganate.
What HS 2841.69 covers
This HS code covers a diverse group of manganite, manganate, and permanganate salts, excluding the highly specific potassium permanganate. These compounds are traded for their various applications, primarily as oxidizing agents, catalysts, and pigments in specialized industrial processes. They find use in chemical synthesis, battery manufacturing, and as components in certain dyes and coatings. Major importers include countries with advanced chemical industries and specialized manufacturing sectors, such as Germany, Japan, and South Korea, where these salts are critical inputs for high-tech applications. Exporters are typically chemical companies specializing in manganese chemistry, often located in regions with access to manganese resources or sophisticated chemical processing capabilities. Trade considerations include the specific oxidation state of manganese, purity requirements, and adherence to safety and environmental regulations, given the potential toxicity of some manganese compounds.
- Covers
- Sodium manganate
- Barium manganate
- Calcium manganate
- Manganese dioxide (as a salt precursor)
- Lithium manganate
- Zinc manganate
- Permanganate salts (other than potassium)
- Examples
- Sigma-Aldrich Sodium Manganate
- BASF Catalysts (containing manganese compounds)
- Umicore Battery Materials (lithium manganate)
Codes often confused with 2841.69
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 284161 (Potassium permanganate); misclassification might occur if the specific manganese salt is not clearly identified, or with 2820 (Manganese oxides) if the product is an oxide rather than a salt.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 284169, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 284169 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 63% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was South Korea, with 55% 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 $33M 63% of world exports
- 2 Japan $6.6M 12% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $4.2M 7.8% of world exports
World total: $53M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 South Korea $31M 55% of world imports
- 2 Japan $5.4M 9.5% of world imports
- 3 United States $4.9M 8.6% of world imports
World total: $57M 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 2841.69 3
Brazil splits HS 2841.69 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 2841.69.10 ManganitesManganitos
- 2841.69.20 ManganatesManganatos
- 2841.69.30 Permanganates other than potassiumPermanganatos
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 28.41 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2841.69
What is HS code 284169?
HS code 284169 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Salts; of oxometallic or peroxometallic acids, manganites, manganates and permanganates, other than potassium permanganate. This HS code covers a diverse group of manganite, manganate, and permanganate salts, excluding the highly specific potassium permanganate. These compounds are traded for their various applications, primarily as oxidizing agents, catalysts, and pigments in specialized industrial processes. They find use in chemical synthesis, battery manufacturing, and as components in certain dyes and coatings. Major importers include countries with advanced chemical industries and specialized manufacturing sectors, such as Germany, Japan, and South Korea, where these salts are critical inputs for high-tech applications. Exporters are typically chemical companies specializing in manganese chemistry, often located in regions with access to manganese resources or sophisticated chemical processing capabilities. Trade considerations include the specific oxidation state of manganese, purity requirements, and adherence to safety and environmental regulations, given the potential toxicity of some manganese compounds.
What products fall under HS code 284169?
Sodium manganate, Barium manganate, Calcium manganate, Manganese dioxide (as a salt precursor), Lithium manganate, Zinc manganate, Permanganate salts (other than potassium)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 284169?
This code is distinct from 284161 (Potassium permanganate); misclassification might occur if the specific manganese salt is not clearly identified, or with 2820 (Manganese oxides) if the product is an oxide rather than a salt.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 284169?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 284169 in UN Comtrade data were China ($33M, 63% of world exports), Japan ($6.6M) and South Korea ($4.2M). World exports came to about $53M, 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 284169?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 284169 in UN Comtrade data were South Korea ($31M, 55% of world imports), Japan ($5.4M) and the United States ($4.9M). World imports came to about $57M, 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 284169 structured?
HS code 284169 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (28) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (41) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (69) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 284169?
Brazil splits HS code 284169 into 3 NCM codes: 2841.69.10 (Manganites), 2841.69.20 (Manganates), 2841.69.30 (Permanganates other than potassium). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.