What is HS-4 3824 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
3824 — Prepared binders for foundry moulds or cores; chemical products and preparations of the chemical or allied industries (including those consisting of mixtures of natural products), not elsewhere specified or included
Chapter 38: Miscellaneous chemical products
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 3824 when importing prepared binders for foundry moulds or cores, such as a shipment of resin-based binders used in metal casting. This heading covers various chemical products and preparations not specified elsewhere, making it crucial for accurate classification.
When determining the right HS-6 code under 3824, consider the specific product characteristics. For example, 382410 is for prepared binders specifically for foundry moulds, while 382430 is for non-agglomerated metal carbides. If your product is a mixture of these components, you may need to look at the mixtures under 382481 to 382489.
If your shipment includes additives for cements or mortars, you should reference 382440. This line is distinct from 382450, which covers non-refractory mortars and concretes. Understanding these distinctions can help avoid misclassification and potential customs issues.
Keywords & topics
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prepared binders · foundry moulds · chemical products · metal carbides · cement additives · sorbitol imports · polychlorinated biphenyls · chemical preparations · non-refractory mortars · HS-4 3824 classification · trade compliance · customs classification · chemical mixtures · import regulations · export documentation
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Resin-based binders for metal casting (HS-6 382410)
- Non-agglomerated metal carbides mixed with metallic binders (HS-6 382430)
- Additives for concrete or mortar (HS-6 382440)
- Sorbitol for industrial use (HS-6 382460)
- Chemical mixtures containing polychlorinated biphenyls (HS-6 382482)
- Prepared chemical products containing hexachlorobenzene (HS-6 382486)
- Miscellaneous chemical preparations not elsewhere classified (HS-6 382499)
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify prepared binders for foundry?
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What are the subheadings under HS-4 3824?
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What is the difference between HS-6 382410 and 382430?
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How to classify chemical products not elsewhere specified?
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What are the import requirements for sorbitol?
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Related topics
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classification of prepared binders for foundry moulds
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how to determine HS-6 codes under HS-4 3824
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importing chemical products and preparations
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differences between HS-6 382440 and 382450
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requirements for importing metal carbides
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understanding HS-4 3824 for trade compliance
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chemical mixtures containing polychlorinated biphenyls
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how to classify additives for cements and mortars
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of products fall under HS-4 3824?
- HS-4 3824 includes prepared binders for foundry moulds, various chemical products, and mixtures not specified elsewhere.
- How do I choose between HS-6 382410 and 382430?
- Select HS-6 382410 for prepared binders specifically for foundry moulds, and HS-6 382430 for non-agglomerated metal carbides.
- What is the significance of subheading notes in HS-4 3824?
- Subheading notes clarify which specific chemicals or mixtures are included under each HS-6 code, ensuring accurate classification.
- Are there specific import regulations for sorbitol?
- Yes, sorbitol classified under HS-6 382460 may have specific import regulations depending on its intended use.
- What should I do if my product doesn't fit any HS-6 subheading?
- If your product doesn't fit any specific subheading, use HS-6 382499 for chemical products and preparations not elsewhere classified.
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HS-6 subheadings (17)
- 382410Binders, prepared; for foundry moulds or cores
- 382430Metal carbides, non-agglomerated; mixed together or with metallic binders
- 382440Cements, mortars or concretes; their prepared additives
- 382450Mortars and concretes; non-refractory
- 382460Sorbitol; other than that of subheading no. 2905.44
- 382481Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 3 to this Chapter; containing oxirane (ethylene oxide)
- 382482Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 3 to this Chapter; containing polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), polychlorinated terphenyls (PCTs) or polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs)
- 382483Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 3 to this Chapter; containing tris(2,3-dibromopropyl) phosphate
- 382484Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; containing aldrin, camphechlor (toxaphene), chlordane, chlordecone, DDT (chlorfenotane, 1,1,1-trichloro-2,2-bis(p-chlorophenyl)ethane), dieldrin, endosulfan, endrin, heptachlor or mirex
- 382485Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 3 to this Chapter; containing 1,2,3,4,5,6-hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH (ISO)), including lindane (ISO, INN)
- 382486Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 3 to this Chapter; containing pentachlorobenzene (ISO) or hexachlorobenzene (ISO)
- 382487Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 3 to this Chapter; containing perfluorooctane sulphonic acid, its salts, perfluorooctane sulphonamides, or perfluorooctane sulphonyl fluoride
- 382488Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 3 to this Chapter; containing tetra-, penta-, hexa-, hepta- or octabromodiphenyl ethers
- 382489Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 3 to this Chapter; containing short-chain chlorinated paraffins
- 382491Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; consisting mainly of (5-ethyl-2-methyl-2-oxido-1,3,2-dioxaphosphinan-5-yl)methyl methyl methylphosphonate and bis[(5-ethyl-2-methyl-2-oxido-1,3,2-dioxaphosphinan-5-yl)methyl] methylphosphonate
- 382492Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; polyglycol esters of methylphosphonic acid
- 382499Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; n.e.c. heading 3824