HS Heading 3827 : Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane, not elsewhere specified or included
HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION
HS Heading 3827 encompasses mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane, not elsewhere specified or included. It classifies 19 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 38 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].
Subheadings Under Heading 3827
| HS Code | WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description | Chapter | Operational Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3827.11 | Containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), whether or not containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs); containing hydrobromofluorocarbons (HBFCs); containing carbon tetrachloride; containing 1,1,1-trichloroethane (methyl chloroform), Containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), whether or not containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) | 38 | View 3827.11 Package → |
| 3827.12 | Containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), whether or not containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs); containing hydrobromofluorocarbons (HBFCs); containing carbon tetrachloride; containing 1,1,1-trichloroethane (methyl chloroform), Containing hydrobromofluorocarbons (HBFCs) | 38 | View 3827.12 Package → |
| 3827.13 | Containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), whether or not containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs); containing hydrobromofluorocarbons (HBFCs); containing carbon tetrachloride; containing 1,1,1-trichloroethane (methyl chloroform), Containing carbon tetrachloride | 38 | View 3827.13 Package → |
| 3827.14 | Containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), whether or not containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs); containing hydrobromofluorocarbons (HBFCs); containing carbon tetrachloride; containing 1,1,1-trichloroethane (methyl chloroform), Containing 1,1,1-trichloroethane (methyl chloroform) | 38 | View 3827.14 Package → |
| 3827.20 | Containing bromochlorodifluoromethane (Halon-1211), bromotrifluoromethane (Halon-1301) or dibromotetrafluoroethanes (Halon-2402) | 38 | View 3827.20 Package → |
| 3827.31 | Containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), whether or not containing perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), but not containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), Containing substances of subheadings 2903.41 to 2903.48 | 38 | View 3827.31 Package → |
| 3827.32 | Containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), whether or not containing perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), but not containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), Other, containing substances of subheadings 2903.71 to 2903.75 | 38 | View 3827.32 Package → |
| 3827.39 | Containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), whether or not containing perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), but not containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), Other | 38 | View 3827.39 Package → |
| 3827.40 | Containing methyl bromide (bromomethane) or bromochloromethane | 38 | View 3827.40 Package → |
| 3827.51 | Containing trifluoromethane (HFC-23) or perfluorocarbons (PFCs) but not containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) or hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), Containing trifluoromethane (HFC-23) | 38 | View 3827.51 Package → |
| 3827.59 | Containing trifluoromethane (HFC-23) or perfluorocarbons (PFCs) but not containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) or hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), Other | 38 | View 3827.59 Package → |
| 3827.61 | Containing other hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) but not containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) or hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), Containing 15 percent or more by mass of 1,1,1-trifluoroethane (HFC-143a) | 38 | View 3827.61 Package → |
| 3827.62 | Containing other hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) but not containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) or hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), Other, not included in the subheading above, containing 55 percent or more by mass of pentafluoroethane (HFC- 125) but not containing unsaturated fluorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons (HFOs) | 38 | View 3827.62 Package → |
| 3827.63 | Containing other hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) but not containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) or hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), Other, not included in the subheadings above, containing 40 percent or more by mass of pentafluoroethane (HFC-125) | 38 | View 3827.63 Package → |
| 3827.64 | Containing other hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) but not containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) or hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), Other, not included in the subheadings above, containing 30 percent or more by mass of 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane (HFC-134a) but not containing unsaturated fluorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons (HFOs) | 38 | View 3827.64 Package → |
| 3827.65 | Containing other hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) but not containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) or hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), Other, not included in the subheadings above, containing 20 percent or more by mass of difluoromethane (HFC-32) and 20 percent or more by mass of pentafluoroethane (HFC-125) | 38 | View 3827.65 Package → |
| 3827.68 | Containing other hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) but not containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) or hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), Other, not included in the subheadings above, containing substances of subheadings 2903.41 to 2903.48 | 38 | View 3827.68 Package → |
| 3827.69 | Containing other hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) but not containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) or hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), Other | 38 | View 3827.69 Package → |
| 3827.90 | Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane, not elsewhere specified or included, Other | 38 | View 3827.90 Package → |
DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE
How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 3827
Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Heading 3827 ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 3827 precedent rulings.
WCO Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.
Heading 3827 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 3827?
HS Heading 3827 covers Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane, not elsewhere specified or included, grouping 19 6-digit WCO subheadings.
How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 3827?
Subheadings under Heading 3827 range from 3827.11 to 3827.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.
What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 3827?
US MFN general duty rates for Heading 3827 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.
Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 3827?
Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).
What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 3827?
Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.
How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 3827?
Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.
Can goods under Heading 3827 enter duty-free under USMCA?
Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 3827?
Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 3827?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 3827?
Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.