HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3820.00 – Anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids
HS code 3820.00 is the 6-digit subheading for anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids. It is used for ethylene glycol antifreeze, propylene glycol antifreeze, aircraft de-icing fluid, windshield washer fluid (antifreeze type) and road de-icing liquid.
What HS 3820.00 covers
This category covers anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids, which are chemical mixtures designed to prevent freezing or to melt ice. These products are essential for a wide range of applications, including automotive cooling systems, aircraft de-icing, and road maintenance. They typically contain glycols, alcohols, or salts. Importers and exporters include automotive parts suppliers, airlines, chemical distributors, and municipal service providers. The trade is often seasonal and heavily influenced by climate conditions, with a strong focus on effectiveness, environmental impact, and safety standards for both users and infrastructure. Formulations vary based on specific application and desired temperature range.
- Covers
- Ethylene glycol antifreeze
- Propylene glycol antifreeze
- Aircraft de-icing fluid
- Windshield washer fluid (antifreeze type)
- Road de-icing liquid
- Engine coolant concentrate
- Heat transfer fluid
- Examples
- Prestone Antifreeze
- Zerex Antifreeze
- Kilfrost De-icing Fluid
- Dowfrost
- Peak Antifreeze
Codes often confused with 3820.00
Common mistake. Can be confused with pure glycols (2905) or other chemical mixtures (3824) if their specific anti-freezing or de-icing function as a 'preparation' isn't clearly defined. The 'prepared' aspect is key.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 382000, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 382000 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 6.7% 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 Germany $317M 19% of world exports
- 2 Belgium $295M 17% of world exports
- 3 United States $240M 14% of world exports
World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $116M 6.7% of world imports
- 2 France $115M 6.7% of world imports
- 3 Canada $90M 5.2% of world imports
World total: $1.7B 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 3820.00
Brazil does not split HS 3820.00: its NCM code is 3820.00.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 38.20 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 3820.00
What is HS code 382000?
HS code 382000 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids. This category covers anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids, which are chemical mixtures designed to prevent freezing or to melt ice. These products are essential for a wide range of applications, including automotive cooling systems, aircraft de-icing, and road maintenance. They typically contain glycols, alcohols, or salts. Importers and exporters include automotive parts suppliers, airlines, chemical distributors, and municipal service providers. The trade is often seasonal and heavily influenced by climate conditions, with a strong focus on effectiveness, environmental impact, and safety standards for both users and infrastructure. Formulations vary based on specific application and desired temperature range.
What products fall under HS code 382000?
Ethylene glycol antifreeze, propylene glycol antifreeze, aircraft de-icing fluid, windshield washer fluid (antifreeze type), road de-icing liquid, engine coolant concentrate, heat transfer fluid
What are common misclassifications for HS code 382000?
Can be confused with pure glycols (2905) or other chemical mixtures (3824) if their specific anti-freezing or de-icing function as a 'preparation' isn't clearly defined. The 'prepared' aspect is key.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 382000?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 382000 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($317M, 19% of world exports), Belgium ($295M) and the United States ($240M). World exports came to about $1.7B, 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 382000?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 382000 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($116M, 6.7% of world imports), France ($115M) and Canada ($90M). World imports came to about $1.7B, 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 382000 structured?
HS code 382000 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (38) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (20) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 382000?
In Brazil, HS code 382000 is NCM 3820.00.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.