HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3827.32 – Mixtures containing halogenated methane, ethane, propane; containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) or not, not chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs); containing substances of subheadings 2903.71 to 2903.75
HS code 3827.32 is the 6-digit subheading for mixtures containing halogenated methane, ethane, propane, containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) or not, not chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), containing substances of subheadings 2903.71 to 2903.75. It is used for R-22 refrigerant blends, R-401A, R-402A, R-409A and R-416A.
What HS 3827.32 covers
This HS code covers specific mixtures of halogenated methanes, ethanes, or propanes that contain hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), but explicitly exclude chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). The key differentiator is the inclusion of substances from subheadings 2903.71 to 2903.75, which are specific HCFCs like HCFC-22, HCFC-123, and HCFC-141b. These mixtures are primarily traded for use as refrigerants, foam blowing agents, and solvents. Importers and exporters are typically chemical manufacturers, HVAC&R (heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration) equipment producers, and distributors. Key things to know include the ongoing global phase-out of HCFCs under the Montreal Protocol, necessitating careful tracking and compliance with international environmental regulations, and the transition towards lower global warming potential (GWP) alternatives.
- Covers
- R-22 refrigerant blends
- R-401A
- R-402A
- R-409A
- R-416A
- R-421A
- R-422D
- Examples
- DuPont Suva MP39
- Honeywell Genetron 401A
- Arkema Forane 409A
- Chemours Freon 22 (as a blend component)
Codes often confused with 3827.32
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 382739 if the specific components from 2903.71-2903.75 are not present or clearly identified. It also differs from pure chemical compounds found in Chapter 29.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 382732, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 382732 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 83% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was South Korea, with 84% of world imports. Mexico reports $159M of its heading 3827 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $353K 83% of world exports
- 2 United States $70K 17% of world exports
- 3 Belgium $845 0.2% of world exports
World total: $425K Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 South Korea $2.0M 84% of world imports
- 2 United Arab Emirates* ~$245K 10% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Canada $74K 3.1% of world imports
Mexico reports $159M of its heading 3827 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $2.4M 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 3827.32 2
Brazil splits HS 3827.32 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 3827.32.10 HCFC-22 and chlorotetrafluoroethane blendsQue contenham clorodifluorometano e clorotetrafluoroetano
- 3827.32.90 Other blends of HCFC-22, -123, -141, -142 or -225Outras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 38.27 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 3827.32
What is HS code 382732?
HS code 382732 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Mixtures containing halogenated methane, ethane, propane; containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) or not, not chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs); containing substances of subheadings 2903.71 to 2903.75. This HS code covers specific mixtures of halogenated methanes, ethanes, or propanes that contain hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), but explicitly exclude chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). The key differentiator is the inclusion of substances from subheadings 2903.71 to 2903.75, which are specific HCFCs like HCFC-22, HCFC-123, and HCFC-141b. These mixtures are primarily traded for use as refrigerants, foam blowing agents, and solvents. Importers and exporters are typically chemical manufacturers, HVAC&R (heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration) equipment producers, and distributors. Key things to know include the ongoing global phase-out of HCFCs under the Montreal Protocol, necessitating careful tracking and compliance with international environmental regulations, and the transition towards lower global warming potential (GWP) alternatives.
What products fall under HS code 382732?
R-22 refrigerant blends, R-401A, R-402A, R-409A, R-416A, R-421A, R-422D
What are common misclassifications for HS code 382732?
This code can be confused with 382739 if the specific components from 2903.71-2903.75 are not present or clearly identified. It also differs from pure chemical compounds found in Chapter 29.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 382732?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 382732 in UN Comtrade data were China ($353K, 83% of world exports), the United States ($70K) and Belgium ($845). World exports came to about $425K, 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 382732?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 382732 in UN Comtrade data were South Korea ($2.0M, 84% of world imports), the United Arab Emirates (about $245K) and Canada ($74K). World imports came to about $2.4M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Mexico reports $159M of its heading 3827 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
How is HS code 382732 structured?
HS code 382732 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (38) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (27) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (32) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 382732?
Brazil splits HS code 382732 into 2 NCM codes: 3827.32.10 (HCFC-22 and chlorotetrafluoroethane blends), 3827.32.90 (Other blends of HCFC-22, -123, -141, -142 or -225). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.