HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3824.86 – Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 3 to this Chapter; containing pentachlorobenzene (ISO) or hexachlorobenzene (ISO)
HS code 3824.86 is the 6-digit subheading for chemical products, mixtures and preparations, containing goods specified in Subheading Note 3 to this Chapter, containing pentachlorobenzene (ISO) or hexachlorobenzene (ISO). It is used for pentachlorobenzene-containing mixtures (for disposal), hexachlorobenzene-contaminated waste (for disposal), analytical standards of these chlorobenzenes and HCB-containing pesticide formulations (for destruction).
What HS 3824.86 covers
This HS code covers chemical products, mixtures, and preparations containing pentachlorobenzene (PeCB) or hexachlorobenzene (HCB), as specified in Subheading Note 3 to Chapter 38. Both PeCB and HCB are classified as Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) under the Stockholm Convention, having been historically used as fungicides, intermediates, and in various industrial applications. Due to their extreme toxicity, environmental persistence, and bioaccumulation, 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 specialized hazardous waste management firms, environmental remediation companies, and analytical laboratories in countries with stringent environmental regulations.
- Covers
- Pentachlorobenzene-containing mixtures (for disposal)
- Hexachlorobenzene-contaminated waste (for disposal)
- Analytical standards of these chlorobenzenes
- HCB-containing pesticide formulations (for destruction)
- Examples
- AECOM (environmental remediation)
- Arcadis (hazardous waste management)
- specialized chemical suppliers for analytical standards
Codes often confused with 3824.86
Common mistake. These are mixtures, not the pure chemicals (e.g., 2903.69 for hexachlorobenzene) or articles containing them. The 'mixture' aspect is paramount for correct classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 382486, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 382486 in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 63% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 93% 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 Belgium $143K 63% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $38K 17% of world exports
- 3 United States $22K 9.6% of world exports
World total: $227K Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Belgium $9.1M 93% of world imports
- 2 Germany $236K 2.4% of world imports
- 3 Canada $130K 1.3% of world imports
World total: $9.8M 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 3824.86
Brazil does not split HS 3824.86: its NCM code is 3824.86.00.
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 3824.86
What is HS code 382486?
HS code 382486 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 pentachlorobenzene (ISO) or hexachlorobenzene (ISO). This HS code covers chemical products, mixtures, and preparations containing pentachlorobenzene (PeCB) or hexachlorobenzene (HCB), as specified in Subheading Note 3 to Chapter 38. Both PeCB and HCB are classified as Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) under the Stockholm Convention, having been historically used as fungicides, intermediates, and in various industrial applications. Due to their extreme toxicity, environmental persistence, and bioaccumulation, 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 specialized hazardous waste management firms, environmental remediation companies, and analytical laboratories in countries with stringent environmental regulations.
What products fall under HS code 382486?
Pentachlorobenzene-containing mixtures (for disposal), hexachlorobenzene-contaminated waste (for disposal), analytical standards of these chlorobenzenes, HCB-containing pesticide formulations (for destruction)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 382486?
These are mixtures, not the pure chemicals (e.g., 2903.69 for hexachlorobenzene) or articles containing them. The 'mixture' aspect is paramount for correct classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 382486?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 382486 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($143K, 63% of world exports), the Netherlands ($38K) and the United States ($22K). World exports came to about $227K, 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 382486?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 382486 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($9.1M, 93% of world imports), Germany ($236K) and Canada ($130K). World imports came to about $9.8M, 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 382486 structured?
HS code 382486 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 (86) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 382486?
In Brazil, HS code 382486 is NCM 3824.86.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.