Product classification
HS code for Chlorofluorocarbon mixtures: 3827.11
Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane, not elsewhere specified or included, containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), whether or not containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbon.
Classification of chlorofluorocarbon mixtures under HS 3827.11
Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) mixtures are classified under HS code 3827.11. This classification is part of Chapter 38, which covers miscellaneous chemical products. Heading 3827 was specifically introduced in the 2022 Harmonized System update to consolidate and better monitor mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane, or propane. Subheading 3827.11 is dedicated to mixtures containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), whether or not they contain hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). This classification is vital for tracking ozone-depleting substances as mandated by the Montreal Protocol. The classification applies to mixtures used as refrigerants, fire extinguishers, or solvents. Under GRI 1 and 6, the presence of any amount of CFC in a mixture of halogenated hydrocarbons generally drives the classification to this specific subheading to ensure environmental regulatory oversight.
- Covers
- Refrigerant blends containing CFC-11 or CFC-12
- Aerosol propellants containing CFC mixtures
- Cleaning solvents composed of CFC blends
- CFC-113 and CFC-115 mixtures
- Also under 3827.11
- DuPont Freon (historical)
- Honeywell Genetron (historical)
- Arkema Forane (historical)
- various recycled CFC blends.
Codes often confused with 3827.11
Common mistake. Prior to 2022, these mixtures were often classified under 3824.71. Using 3824.71 now is an error as that code was deleted or moved in the latest HS nomenclature. Another common mistake is classifying these under 2903.71 through 2903.75. However, Chapter 29 is for separate chemically defined compounds; once two or more halogenated derivatives are mixed, the product must be classified in Chapter 38, specifically 3827.11.
Top exporters and importers of HS 382711 (the code used for chlorofluorocarbon mixtures), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 382711 (the code used for chlorofluorocarbon mixtures) in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 23% 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 382711, not only chlorofluorocarbon mixtures.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Malaysia $783K 30% of world exports
- 2 Romania $456K 17% of world exports
- 3 Germany $289K 11% of world exports
World total: $2.7M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $3.3M 23% of world imports
- 2 Denmark $2.5M 17% of world imports
- 3 Myanmar $1.9M 13% of world imports
World total: $15M 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 codes for chlorofluorocarbon mixtures
Brazil splits HS 3827.11 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 3827.11.10CFC mixtures with trichlorotrifluoroethanes
- 3827.11.90Other CFC-containing mixtures
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about chlorofluorocarbon mixtures
What is the HS code for Chlorofluorocarbon mixtures?
The HS code for Chlorofluorocarbon mixtures is 382711 (Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane, not elsewhere specified or included; containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), whether or not containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbon).
How do I classify Chlorofluorocarbon mixtures for customs?
Chlorofluorocarbon mixtures is classified under HS code 382711 — Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane, not elsewhere specified or included; containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), whether or not containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbon. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for CFC mixtures?
The current HS code for mixtures containing chlorofluorocarbons is 3827.11.
Why was the code changed from 3824 to 3827?
The World Customs Organization created heading 3827 to provide more granular data on greenhouse gases and ozone-depleting substances, separating them from other miscellaneous chemical mixtures in 3824.
Which countries are the top exporters of chlorofluorocarbon mixtures (HS 382711)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 382711 (the code used for chlorofluorocarbon mixtures) in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($783K, 30% of world exports), Romania ($456K) and Germany ($289K). World exports came to about $2.7M, 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 chlorofluorocarbon mixtures (HS 382711)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 382711 (the code used for chlorofluorocarbon mixtures) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($3.3M, 23% of world imports), Denmark ($2.5M) and Myanmar ($1.9M). World imports came to about $15M, 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 Chlorofluorocarbon mixtures the same in all countries?
The base HS code 382711 for Chlorofluorocarbon 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 chlorofluorocarbon mixtures in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 382711 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for chlorofluorocarbon mixtures depends on the product's details: 3827.11.10 (CFC mixtures with trichlorotrifluoroethanes), 3827.11.90 (Other CFC-containing mixtures).