HS Code for HCFC mixtures
HCFC mixtures containing specific substances from subheadings 2903.71 to 2903.75 are classified under HS code 3827.32. This classification is part of the 3827 heading, which manages mixtures of halogenated hydrocarbons. The 3827.32 subheading is used for mixtures that contain hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), and may or may not contain perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), but must not contain chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). The specific inclusion of substances from 2903.71 (like chlorodifluoromethane) to 2903.75 makes this code the primary destination for many common transitional refrigerant blends used in air conditioning and refrigeration systems. Classification is based on the chemical constituents of the blend. Because these substances are regulated under the Montreal Protocol, precise classification is required for import quotas and environmental reporting. This code specifically targets blends that are used as alternatives to more potent ozone-depleting substances.
Products Included
- Refrigerant blends containing HCFC-22
- Mixtures containing HCFC-141b or HCFC-142b
- R-401A and R-401B refrigerant mixtures
- R-409A refrigerant blends
- Industrial solvent mixtures containing HCFCs
Common Misclassification
This code is frequently confused with HS code 3827.31, which covers mixtures containing HCFCs but specifically excludes those containing HFCs or PFCs. It is also often confused with 3827.11, which is for mixtures containing CFCs, which are much more strictly regulated and generally banned for most uses.
FAQ
What is the HS code for HCFC mixtures?
The HS code for mixtures containing HCFCs (specifically from 2903.71 to 2903.75) is 3827.32.
Can this code be used for pure HCFC-22?
No, pure HCFC-22 is a single chemically defined compound and is classified under HS code 2903.71.
Alternative HS Codes
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for HCFC mixtures?
The HS code for HCFC mixtures is 382732 (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).
How do I classify HCFC mixtures for customs?
HCFC mixtures is classified under HS code 382732 — 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 is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for HCFC mixtures the same in all countries?
The base HS code 382732 for HCFC 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.