HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2843.30 – Gold compounds
HS code 2843.30 is the 6-digit subheading for gold compounds. It is used for gold chloride, gold potassium cyanide, gold sodium thiosulfate, gold (III) oxide and chloroauric acid.
What HS 2843.30 covers
This code covers all inorganic and organic compounds of gold. Gold compounds are highly specialized and exceptionally valuable, utilized in niche applications where gold's unique properties—such as inertness, excellent conductivity, and catalytic activity—are indispensable. Key industries include electronics (for plating solutions in connectors and circuit boards), dentistry (in fillings and crowns), medicine (e.g., anti-arthritic drugs, diagnostic agents), and catalysis. Importers and exporters are typically high-tech manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, and specialized chemical suppliers dealing with precious metals. Trade volumes are generally low, but the values are extremely high due to the gold content and the sophisticated processing required, demanding stringent security and quality control.
- Covers
- Gold chloride
- Gold potassium cyanide
- Gold sodium thiosulfate
- Gold (III) oxide
- Chloroauric acid
- Gold (I) cyanide
- Gold (III) bromide
- Gold (I) thiomalate
- Examples
- Heraeus (gold compounds for electronics)
- Johnson Matthey (gold chemicals)
- Umicore (gold chemicals)
- Alfa Aesar (gold compounds)
- Sigma-Aldrich (gold compounds)
Codes often confused with 2843.30
Common mistake. Can be confused with bulk gold (Chapter 71) or gold alloys if not clearly identified as a chemical compound; some gold-containing mixtures might also fall under other chapters.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 284330, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 284330 in UN Comtrade data was the United Arab Emirates, with about 52% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 65% 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 United Arab Emirates* ~$4.1B 52% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Türkiye $714M 9.0% of world exports
- 3 Switzerland $679M 8.6% of world exports
World total: $7.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $5.3B 65% of world imports
- 2 United Arab Emirates* ~$778M 9.6% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Singapore $319M 3.9% of world imports
World total: $8.1B 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 codes for 2843.30 2
Brazil splits HS 2843.30 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 2843.30.10 Gold sulphide in gelatin dispersionSulfeto de ouro em dispersão de gelatina
- 2843.30.90 Other gold compoundsOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 28.43 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2843.30
What is HS code 284330?
HS code 284330 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Gold compounds. This code covers all inorganic and organic compounds of gold. Gold compounds are highly specialized and exceptionally valuable, utilized in niche applications where gold's unique properties—such as inertness, excellent conductivity, and catalytic activity—are indispensable. Key industries include electronics (for plating solutions in connectors and circuit boards), dentistry (in fillings and crowns), medicine (e.g., anti-arthritic drugs, diagnostic agents), and catalysis. Importers and exporters are typically high-tech manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, and specialized chemical suppliers dealing with precious metals. Trade volumes are generally low, but the values are extremely high due to the gold content and the sophisticated processing required, demanding stringent security and quality control.
What products fall under HS code 284330?
Gold chloride, Gold potassium cyanide, Gold sodium thiosulfate, Gold (III) oxide, Chloroauric acid, Gold (I) cyanide, Gold (III) bromide, Gold (I) thiomalate
What are common misclassifications for HS code 284330?
Can be confused with bulk gold (Chapter 71) or gold alloys if not clearly identified as a chemical compound; some gold-containing mixtures might also fall under other chapters.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 284330?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 284330 in UN Comtrade data were the United Arab Emirates (about $4.1B, 52% of world exports), Türkiye ($714M) and Switzerland ($679M). World exports came to about $7.9B, 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 284330?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 284330 in UN Comtrade data were India ($5.3B, 65% of world imports), the United Arab Emirates (about $778M) and Singapore ($319M). World imports came to about $8.1B, 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 284330 structured?
HS code 284330 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (28) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (43) 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 284330?
Brazil splits HS code 284330 into 2 NCM codes: 2843.30.10 (Gold sulphide in gelatin dispersion), 2843.30.90 (Other gold compounds). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.