Product classification
HS code for Methyl chloroform mixtures: 3827.14
Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane, not elsewhere specified or included, containing 1,1,1-trichloroethane (methyl chloroform).
Classification of methyl chloroform mixtures under HS 3827.14
Methyl chloroform mixtures are classified under HS code 3827.14. This classification is governed by the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System (GRI), specifically focusing on Chapter 38, which covers miscellaneous chemical products. Heading 3827 was specifically created to categorize mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane, or propane. Subheading 3827.14 is designated for mixtures that contain 1,1,1-trichloroethane, commonly known as methyl chloroform. Unlike pure chemical compounds which are typically found in Chapter 29, these mixtures are industrial preparations where methyl chloroform is a primary component. The classification is critical for monitoring substances controlled under the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer, as methyl chloroform is a regulated ozone-depleting substance.
- Covers
- Industrial solvent blends containing 1,1,1-trichloroethane
- Degreasing preparations with methyl chloroform
- Aerosol formulations containing methyl chloroform as a solvent
- Cleaning mixtures for electronic components containing 1,1,1-trichloroethane
- Vapor degreasing fluids based on methyl chloroform
- Also under 3827.14
- N/A (virtually no consumer products)
- historically used by companies like Dow Chemical for industrial solvents.
Codes often confused with 3827.14
Common mistake. Methyl chloroform mixtures are frequently misclassified under HS code 2903.19, which is reserved for pure 1,1,1-trichloroethane. If the product is a mixture rather than a chemically defined compound, it must be moved to Chapter 38. Another common error is using HS code 3824.99, a general category for miscellaneous chemical products, but 3827.14 is more specific and takes precedence for mixtures containing ozone-depleting halogenated derivatives.
Top exporters and importers of HS 382714 (the code used for methyl chloroform mixtures), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 382714 (the code used for methyl chloroform mixtures) in UN Comtrade data was Austria, with 70% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Austria, with 50% of world imports. Mexico reports $159M of its heading 3827 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 382714, not only methyl chloroform mixtures.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Austria $44K 70% of world exports
- 2 United States $12K 20% of world exports
- 3 New Zealand $4K 6.3% of world exports
World total: $63K Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Austria $19K 50% of world imports
- 2 Canada $10K 25% of world imports
- 3 South Korea $3K 7.9% of world imports
Mexico reports $159M of its heading 3827 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $38K 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 methyl chloroform mixtures
Brazil classifies methyl chloroform mixtures under NCM 3827.14.00: HS 3827.14 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about methyl chloroform mixtures
What is the HS code for Methyl chloroform mixtures?
The HS code for Methyl chloroform mixtures is 382714 (Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane, not elsewhere specified or included; containing 1,1,1-trichloroethane (methyl chloroform)). The specific HS code for mixtures containing 1,1,1-trichloroethane (methyl chloroform) is 3827.14.
How do I classify Methyl chloroform mixtures for customs?
Methyl chloroform mixtures is classified under HS code 382714 — Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane, not elsewhere specified or included; containing 1,1,1-trichloroethane (methyl chloroform). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Why are these mixtures not in Chapter 29?
Chapter 29 is strictly for separate chemically defined organic compounds. Once a substance like methyl chloroform is mixed with other chemicals for industrial use, it is classified as a preparation in Chapter 38.
Which countries are the top exporters of methyl chloroform mixtures (HS 382714)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 382714 (the code used for methyl chloroform mixtures) in UN Comtrade data were Austria ($44K, 70% of world exports), the United States ($12K) and New Zealand ($4K). World exports came to about $63K, 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 methyl chloroform mixtures (HS 382714)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 382714 (the code used for methyl chloroform mixtures) in UN Comtrade data were Austria ($19K, 50% of world imports), Canada ($10K) and South Korea ($3K). World imports came to about $38K, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Mexico reports $159M of its heading 3827 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Is the HS code for Methyl chloroform mixtures the same in all countries?
The base HS code 382714 for Methyl chloroform 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 methyl chloroform mixtures in Brazil?
In Brazil, methyl chloroform mixtures (HS 382714) is classified under NCM 3827.14.00.