Product classification
HS code for Hydrobromofluorocarbon mixtures: 3827.12
Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane, not elsewhere specified or included, containing hydrobromofluorocarbons (HBFCs).
Classification of hydrobromofluorocarbon mixtures under HS 3827.12
Hydrobromofluorocarbon (HBFC) mixtures are classified under HS code 3827.12. This classification is part of the 2022 HS nomenclature updates designed to improve the monitoring of substances controlled under the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer. Chapter 38 covers miscellaneous chemical products, and heading 3827 was specifically created for mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane, or propane. Subheading 3827.12 is dedicated to mixtures containing HBFCs. These mixtures are often used in specialized industrial applications, such as fire suppression systems or as refrigerants, although their use is strictly regulated due to their high ozone-depletion potential. The classification is determined by the chemical composition of the mixture. If the product is a single, chemically defined compound, it would be classified in Chapter 29; however, most commercial applications involve mixtures of various isomers or chemicals, necessitating classification in Chapter 38.
- Covers
- Blended fire extinguishing agents containing HBFCs
- Refrigerant mixtures containing hydrobromofluorocarbons
- Industrial solvent mixtures with HBFC components
- Cleaning preparations containing HBFCs
- Also under 3827.12
- N/A (extremely rare in commercial products due to phase-out)
- historically used in specialized fire suppression systems.
Codes often confused with 3827.12
Common mistake. Before the 2022 update, these mixtures were often classified under HS code 3824.7x. Using the old code is now a common error. Additionally, they are sometimes misclassified under HS code 2903.76, which is for pure bromochlorodifluoromethane and similar compounds. It is critical to distinguish between a pure chemical (Chapter 29) and a mixture (Chapter 38).
Top exporters and importers of HS 382712 (the code used for hydrobromofluorocarbon mixtures), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 382712 (the code used for hydrobromofluorocarbon mixtures) in UN Comtrade data was South Africa, with 56% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Gibraltar, with about 38% 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 382712, not only hydrobromofluorocarbon mixtures.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 South Africa $25K 56% of world exports
- 2 Spain $16K 36% of world exports
- 3 United States $4K 8.0% of world exports
World total: $45K Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Gibraltar* ~$16K 38% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Botswana* ~$15K 37% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Zimbabwe* ~$8K 20% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $42K 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 hydrobromofluorocarbon mixtures
Brazil classifies hydrobromofluorocarbon mixtures under NCM 3827.12.00: HS 3827.12 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about hydrobromofluorocarbon mixtures
What is the HS code for Hydrobromofluorocarbon mixtures?
The HS code for Hydrobromofluorocarbon mixtures is 382712 (Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane, not elsewhere specified or included; containing hydrobromofluorocarbons (HBFCs)). The HS code for mixtures containing HBFCs is 3827.12.
How do I classify Hydrobromofluorocarbon mixtures for customs?
Hydrobromofluorocarbon mixtures is classified under HS code 382712 — Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane, not elsewhere specified or included; containing hydrobromofluorocarbons (HBFCs). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Why did the HS code for these mixtures change recently?
The code changed to provide better granularity for tracking ozone-depleting substances as part of international environmental agreements.
Which countries are the top exporters of hydrobromofluorocarbon mixtures (HS 382712)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 382712 (the code used for hydrobromofluorocarbon mixtures) in UN Comtrade data were South Africa ($25K, 56% of world exports), Spain ($16K) and the United States ($4K). World exports came to about $45K, 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 hydrobromofluorocarbon mixtures (HS 382712)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 382712 (the code used for hydrobromofluorocarbon mixtures) in UN Comtrade data were Gibraltar (about $16K, 38% of world imports), Botswana (about $15K) and Zimbabwe (about $8K). World imports came to about $42K, 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 Hydrobromofluorocarbon mixtures the same in all countries?
The base HS code 382712 for Hydrobromofluorocarbon 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 hydrobromofluorocarbon mixtures in Brazil?
In Brazil, hydrobromofluorocarbon mixtures (HS 382712) is classified under NCM 3827.12.00.