HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 3824.85 – Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 3 to this Chapter; containing 1,2,3,4,5,6-hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH (ISO)), including lindane (ISO, INN)

HS code 3824.85 is the 6-digit subheading for chemical products, mixtures and preparations, containing goods specified in Subheading Note 3 to this Chapter, containing 1,2,3,4,5,6-hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH (ISO)), including lindane (ISO, INN). It is used for lindane-containing pesticide formulations (for disposal), HCH-contaminated soil treatment agents (for remediation), analytical standards of HCH isomers and specialized pharmaceutical preparations (historical, for disposal).

What HS 3824.85 covers

This HS code encompasses chemical products, mixtures, and preparations containing 1,2,3,4,5,6-hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH), including lindane, as specified in Subheading Note 3 to Chapter 38. Lindane and other HCH isomers are classified as Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) under the Stockholm Convention, having been historically used as insecticides. Due to their severe environmental and health impacts, their international trade is now largely banned or severely restricted. Current trade is almost exclusively for the environmentally sound destruction of existing stockpiles, remediation of contaminated sites, or highly controlled analytical and research applications. Importers and exporters are typically specialized hazardous waste management companies, environmental remediation contractors, and analytical laboratories in countries with strict environmental regulations and commitments to POPs elimination.

Covers
  • Lindane-containing pesticide formulations (for disposal)
  • HCH-contaminated soil treatment agents (for remediation)
  • Analytical standards of HCH isomers
  • Specialized pharmaceutical preparations (historical, for disposal)
Examples
  • Suez Environmental Services (hazardous waste)
  • Waste Management (chemical disposal)
  • ALS Global (environmental analytical services)

Codes often confused with 3824.85

Common mistake. This code covers mixtures, not the pure chemical (e.g., 2903.62 for HCH, including lindane) or articles treated with it. The 'mixture' aspect is crucial for proper classification.

2903.62Brominated or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; ethylene dibromide (ISO) (1,2-dibromoethane)

Top exporters and importers of HS code 382485, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 382485 in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 53% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Nigeria, with 35% 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 Netherlands $63K
  2. 2 Germany $21K
  3. 3 Italy $20K

World total: $118K Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Nigeria $240K
  2. 2 Egypt $212K
  3. 3 Norway $75K

World total: $685K 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 3824.85

Brazil does not split HS 3824.85: its NCM code is 3824.85.00.

  1. 3824.85.00 Mixtures containing HCH or lindaneQue contenham 1,2,3,4,5,6-hexaclorocicloexano (HCH (ISO)), incluindo o lindano (ISO, DCI)

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 38.24 →

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

Questions about HS 3824.85

What is HS code 382485?

HS code 382485 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 3 to this Chapter; containing 1,2,3,4,5,6-hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH (ISO)), including lindane (ISO, INN). This HS code encompasses chemical products, mixtures, and preparations containing 1,2,3,4,5,6-hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH), including lindane, as specified in Subheading Note 3 to Chapter 38. Lindane and other HCH isomers are classified as Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) under the Stockholm Convention, having been historically used as insecticides. Due to their severe environmental and health impacts, their international trade is now largely banned or severely restricted. Current trade is almost exclusively for the environmentally sound destruction of existing stockpiles, remediation of contaminated sites, or highly controlled analytical and research applications. Importers and exporters are typically specialized hazardous waste management companies, environmental remediation contractors, and analytical laboratories in countries with strict environmental regulations and commitments to POPs elimination.

What products fall under HS code 382485?

Lindane-containing pesticide formulations (for disposal), HCH-contaminated soil treatment agents (for remediation), analytical standards of HCH isomers, specialized pharmaceutical preparations (historical, for disposal)

What are common misclassifications for HS code 382485?

This code covers mixtures, not the pure chemical (e.g., 2903.62 for HCH, including lindane) or articles treated with it. The 'mixture' aspect is crucial for proper classification.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 382485?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 382485 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($63K, 53% of world exports), Germany ($21K) and Italy ($20K). World exports came to about $118K, 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 382485?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 382485 in UN Comtrade data were Nigeria ($240K, 35% of world imports), Egypt ($212K) and Norway ($75K). World imports came to about $685K, 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 382485 structured?

HS code 382485 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (38) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (24) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (85) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 382485?

In Brazil, HS code 382485 is NCM 3824.85.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.