Product classification
HS code for Epichlorohydrin: 2910.30
Epoxides, epoxyalcohols, epoxyphenols and epoxyethers, with a three-membered ring and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, 1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane (epichlorohydrin).
Classification of epichlorohydrin under HS 2910.30
Epichlorohydrin is classified under HS code 2910.30 because it is a halogenated epoxide with a three-membered ring. Specifically, the Harmonized System identifies this compound as 1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane. Chapter 29 covers organic chemicals, and heading 2910 is dedicated to epoxides, epoxyalcohols, epoxyphenols, and epoxyethers, including their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated, or nitrosated derivatives. Since epichlorohydrin contains both an epoxide functional group and a chlorine atom, it fits the precise criteria for this subheading. This chemical is a highly reactive organochlorine compound and a versatile intermediate used primarily in the production of epoxy resins, synthetic glycerin, and elastomers. Its classification is determined by its chemical structure rather than its end-use application, following the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6, which prioritize the specific chemical name and functional groups defined in the nomenclature.
- Covers
- Technical grade epichlorohydrin
- 1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
- Epichlorohydrin for use in epoxy resin manufacture
- High-purity epichlorohydrin for pharmaceutical intermediates
- Chloromethyloxirane
- Also under 2910.30
- Olin Epichlorohydrin
- Dow Epichlorohydrin
- Aditya Birla Epichlorohydrin
Codes often confused with 2910.30
Common mistake. Epichlorohydrin is frequently misclassified under HS code 2903.29, which covers other unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons. However, because the molecule contains an epoxide ring, heading 2910 is more specific and takes precedence. Another common error is attempting to classify it under 3824.99 as a chemical mixture; this is incorrect for pure epichlorohydrin or technical grades that have not been mixed with other substances for a specific industrial function.
Top exporters and importers of HS 291030 (the code used for epichlorohydrin), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 291030 (the code used for epichlorohydrin) in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was South Korea, with 22% 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 291030, not only epichlorohydrin.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Thailand $124M 20% of world exports
- 2 Germany $98M 16% of world exports
- 3 China $96M 15% of world exports
World total: $632M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 South Korea $137M 22% of world imports
- 2 India $98M 16% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $92M 15% of world imports
World total: $630M 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 epichlorohydrin
Brazil classifies epichlorohydrin under NCM 2910.30.00: HS 2910.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about epichlorohydrin
What is the HS code for Epichlorohydrin?
The HS code for Epichlorohydrin is 291030 (Epoxides, epoxyalcohols, epoxyphenols and epoxyethers; with a three-membered ring and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, 1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane (epichlorohydrin)). The international HS code for Epichlorohydrin is 2910.30, which specifically identifies 1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane.
How do I classify Epichlorohydrin for customs?
Epichlorohydrin is classified under HS code 291030 — Epoxides, epoxyalcohols, epoxyphenols and epoxyethers; with a three-membered ring and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, 1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane (epichlorohydrin). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the purity of epichlorohydrin change its HS code?
Generally, no. Whether it is technical grade or high-purity, as long as it remains a separate chemically defined compound, it remains under 2910.30.
Which countries are the top exporters of epichlorohydrin (HS 291030)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 291030 (the code used for epichlorohydrin) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($124M, 20% of world exports), Germany ($98M) and China ($96M). World exports came to about $632M, 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 epichlorohydrin (HS 291030)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 291030 (the code used for epichlorohydrin) in UN Comtrade data were South Korea ($137M, 22% of world imports), India ($98M) and the Netherlands ($92M). World imports came to about $630M, 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 Epichlorohydrin the same in all countries?
The base HS code 291030 for Epichlorohydrin 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 epichlorohydrin in Brazil?
In Brazil, epichlorohydrin (HS 291030) is classified under NCM 2910.30.00.