Product classification
HS code for Bromomethane mixtures: 3827.40
Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane, containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) or not, but not containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), containing bromomethane (me.
Classification of bromomethane mixtures under HS 3827.40
Bromomethane mixtures are classified under HS code 382740. This code is part of Chapter 38, which covers miscellaneous chemical products. Specifically, heading 3827 addresses mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane, or propane. The subheading 382740 is designated for mixtures containing bromomethane (methyl bromide), with the important caveat that they do not contain chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), but may or may not contain hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). This precise classification reflects the global regulatory framework concerning ozone-depleting substances and greenhouse gases, as bromomethane itself is an ozone-depleting substance, and the presence or absence of other regulated halogenated compounds significantly impacts its classification.
- Covers
- Mixtures of bromomethane for fumigation
- Mixtures of methyl bromide for pest control
- Preparations containing bromomethane, without CFCs
- Mixtures containing bromomethane, with or without HCFCs, PFCs, or HFCs
- Also under 3827.40
- Great Lakes Chemical Corporation (historical formulations)
- Albemarle Corporation (historical formulations)
- specific agricultural fumigant formulations
Codes often confused with 3827.40
Common mistake. Common misclassifications for bromomethane mixtures include pure bromomethane, which would be classified under Chapter 29, for example, HS 290339 for other halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons. Mixtures containing CFCs are classified under different subheadings within 3827, such as HS 382711. Additionally, mixtures of other halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane, or propane that do not contain bromomethane would fall under other specific subheadings within 3827, such as HS 382751 for mixtures containing only HCFCs. The key distinction for 382740 is the presence of bromomethane and the absence of CFCs.
Top exporters and importers of HS 382740 (the code used for bromomethane mixtures), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 382740 (the code used for bromomethane mixtures) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 78% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Guatemala, with 39% 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 382740, not only bromomethane mixtures.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $22K 78% of world exports
- 2 Australia $3K 12% of world exports
- 3 Guatemala $2K 7.2% of world exports
World total: $28K Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Guatemala $72K 39% of world imports
- 2 Australia $48K 26% of world imports
- 3 Denmark $31K 17% of world imports
World total: $181K 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 bromomethane mixtures
Brazil classifies bromomethane mixtures under NCM 3827.40.00: HS 3827.40 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bromomethane mixtures
What is the HS code for Bromomethane mixtures?
The HS code for Bromomethane mixtures is 382740 (Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane; containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) or not, but not containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs); containing bromomethane (me). The HS code for mixtures containing bromomethane (methyl bromide), which do not contain chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), is 382740. These mixtures may or may not contain hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs).
How do I classify Bromomethane mixtures for customs?
Bromomethane mixtures is classified under HS code 382740 — Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane; containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) or not, but not containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs); containing bromomethane (me. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Why is the presence of CFCs a critical factor in classifying bromomethane mixtures?
The presence or absence of CFCs is a critical factor because CFCs are potent ozone-depleting substances regulated under international agreements like the Montreal Protocol. The HS classification system for heading 3827 is structured to differentiate mixtures based on their content of various halogenated compounds, particularly those with environmental implications, to facilitate compliance with these protocols.
Which countries are the top exporters of bromomethane mixtures (HS 382740)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 382740 (the code used for bromomethane mixtures) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($22K, 78% of world exports), Australia ($3K) and Guatemala ($2K). World exports came to about $28K, 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 bromomethane mixtures (HS 382740)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 382740 (the code used for bromomethane mixtures) in UN Comtrade data were Guatemala ($72K, 39% of world imports), Australia ($48K) and Denmark ($31K). World imports came to about $181K, 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 Bromomethane mixtures the same in all countries?
The base HS code 382740 for Bromomethane mixtures 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 bromomethane mixtures in Brazil?
In Brazil, bromomethane mixtures (HS 382740) is classified under NCM 3827.40.00.