HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 3822.13 – Reagents; diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, whether or not put up in the form of kits; for blood grouping

HS code 3822.13 is the 6-digit subheading for reagents, diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, whether or not put up in the form of kits, for blood grouping. It is used for anti-A blood grouping reagent, anti-B blood grouping reagent, anti-D (Rh) reagent, ABO/Rh typing kits and cross-matching reagents.

What HS 3822.13 covers

This HS code covers diagnostic or laboratory reagents, prepared and often in kit form, specifically used for determining blood groups. These products are indispensable in blood banks, hospitals, and clinical laboratories for ensuring safe blood transfusions, facilitating organ transplantation, and aiding in forensic analysis. Importers and exporters include healthcare systems, diagnostic companies, and specialized medical suppliers. The trade emphasizes accuracy, reliability, and compliance with stringent medical device regulations to prevent adverse reactions and ensure patient safety. These reagents are fundamental for matching donor and recipient blood types effectively.

Covers
  • Anti-A blood grouping reagent
  • Anti-B blood grouping reagent
  • Anti-D (Rh) reagent
  • ABO/Rh typing kits
  • Cross-matching reagents
  • Coombs' reagent
  • Antibody screening cells
Examples
  • Ortho Clinical Diagnostics Anti-A
  • Bio-Rad ID-Cards
  • Grifols DG Gel cards
  • Immucor Capture-R Ready-Screen
  • DiaClon ABO/Rh reagents

Codes often confused with 3822.13

Common mistake. Can be confused with general diagnostic reagents (382290) or other in-vitro diagnostic products (e.g., for infectious diseases) if the specific blood grouping application isn't clearly stated. The 'for blood grouping' qualifier is crucial.

3822.90Reagents; diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, or put up in the form of kits, other than those of heading 30.06; certified reference materials, n.e.c. in heading 3822

Top exporters and importers of HS code 382213, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 382213 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 32% 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. 1 Germany $177M
  2. 2 France $164M
  3. 3 Switzerland $112M

World total: $846M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Saudi Arabia $365M
  2. 2 France $128M
  3. 3 Germany $99M

World total: $1.1B 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 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 3822.13

Brazil does not split HS 3822.13: its NCM code is 3822.13.00.

  1. 3822.13.00 Blood-grouping reagentsPara a determinação dos grupos ou dos fatores sanguíneos

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 38.22 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 3822.13

What is HS code 382213?

HS code 382213 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Reagents; diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, whether or not put up in the form of kits; for blood grouping. This HS code covers diagnostic or laboratory reagents, prepared and often in kit form, specifically used for determining blood groups. These products are indispensable in blood banks, hospitals, and clinical laboratories for ensuring safe blood transfusions, facilitating organ transplantation, and aiding in forensic analysis. Importers and exporters include healthcare systems, diagnostic companies, and specialized medical suppliers. The trade emphasizes accuracy, reliability, and compliance with stringent medical device regulations to prevent adverse reactions and ensure patient safety. These reagents are fundamental for matching donor and recipient blood types effectively.

What products fall under HS code 382213?

Anti-A blood grouping reagent, Anti-B blood grouping reagent, Anti-D (Rh) reagent, ABO/Rh typing kits, cross-matching reagents, Coombs' reagent, antibody screening cells

What are common misclassifications for HS code 382213?

Can be confused with general diagnostic reagents (382290) or other in-vitro diagnostic products (e.g., for infectious diseases) if the specific blood grouping application isn't clearly stated. The 'for blood grouping' qualifier is crucial.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 382213?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 382213 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($177M, 21% of world exports), France ($164M) and Switzerland ($112M). World exports came to about $846M, 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 382213?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 382213 in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($365M, 32% of world imports), France ($128M) and Germany ($99M). World imports came to about $1.1B, 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 382213 structured?

HS code 382213 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (38) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (22) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (13) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 382213?

In Brazil, HS code 382213 is NCM 3822.13.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.