Product classification
HS code for Ammonium chloride: 2827.10
Chlorides, of ammonium.
Classification of ammonium chloride under HS 2827.10
Ammonium chloride (NH4Cl) is a chemical compound classified under HS code 282710, which specifically covers "Chlorides; of ammonium." Chapter 28 of the Harmonized System is dedicated to "Inorganic chemicals; organic or inorganic compounds of precious metals, of rare-earth metals, of radioactive elements or of isotopes." Within this chapter, heading 2827 covers "Chlorides, chloride oxides and chloride hydroxides; bromides and bromide oxides; iodides and iodide oxides." Subheading 282710 precisely identifies ammonium chloride as an inorganic chloride compound, distinguishing it from other chlorides or ammonium compounds. Its chemical structure and inorganic nature make this classification appropriate for consistent global trade identification.
- Covers
- Ammonium chloride (sal ammoniac)
- Purified ammonium chloride
- Technical grade ammonium chloride
- Food grade ammonium chloride
- Pharmaceutical grade ammonium chloride
- Also under 2827.10
- BASF Ammonium Chloride
- YaraMila fertilizers
- Solvay Ammonium Chloride
- Merck KGaA Ammonium Chloride
Codes often confused with 2827.10
Common mistake. Common misclassifications for ammonium chloride often arise from its various applications. HS code 3102, which covers "Mineral or chemical fertilizers, nitrogenous," is frequently confused. While ammonium chloride can be used as a fertilizer, its primary classification is as an inorganic chemical compound. If it is specifically prepared and marketed as a fertilizer, it might fall under Chapter 31 (e.g., 310290 for "Other nitrogenous fertilizers"), but its fundamental chemical identity places it in Chapter 28. Another potential misclassification could be with other inorganic salts under different headings, such as 2839 (Silicates), which is incorrect as ammonium chloride is a chloride, not a silicate. Accurate classification depends on the product's chemical nature and primary presentation.
Top exporters and importers of HS 282710 (the code used for ammonium chloride), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 282710 (the code used for ammonium chloride) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 84% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, with 29% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 282710, not only ammonium chloride.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $171M 84% of world exports
- 2 Austria $7.0M 3.4% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $4.6M 2.3% of world exports
World total: $203M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Malaysia $88M 29% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$45M 15% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Indonesia $42M 14% of world imports
World total: $303M 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 code for ammonium chloride
Brazil classifies ammonium chloride under NCM 2827.10.00: HS 2827.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about ammonium chloride
What is the HS code for Ammonium chloride?
The HS code for Ammonium chloride is 282710 (Chlorides; of ammonium). The HS code for Ammonium chloride is 282710, which specifically covers "Chlorides; of ammonium."
How do I classify Ammonium chloride for customs?
Ammonium chloride is classified under HS code 282710 — Chlorides; of ammonium. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can ammonium chloride be classified as a fertilizer?
While ammonium chloride can be used as a nitrogenous fertilizer, its primary classification based on its chemical composition is under HS code 282710 as an inorganic chemical. If specifically formulated and presented as a fertilizer, it might be classified under Chapter 31, such as 310290, but its fundamental chemical identity remains in Chapter 28.
Which countries are the top exporters of ammonium chloride (HS 282710)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 282710 (the code used for ammonium chloride) in UN Comtrade data were China ($171M, 84% of world exports), Austria ($7.0M) and the Netherlands ($4.6M). World exports came to about $203M, 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 ammonium chloride (HS 282710)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 282710 (the code used for ammonium chloride) in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($88M, 29% of world imports), Vietnam (about $45M) and Indonesia ($42M). World imports came to about $303M, 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.
Is the HS code for Ammonium chloride the same in all countries?
The base HS code 282710 for Ammonium chloride is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for ammonium chloride in Brazil?
In Brazil, ammonium chloride (HS 282710) is classified under NCM 2827.10.00.