HS Chapter 38 — Miscellaneous chemical products
Harmonized System classification guide · last updated 2026-10-14
HS Chapter
Chapter number
Section
Section name
Typical duty
By subheading & market
HS headings
4-digit headings
What Chapter 38 covers
Various chemical products: alloys, ceramic products of chem. use, activated carbon, resins.
Common HS headings in Chapter 38
- 3801 Graphite, activated C
- 3808 Disinfectants
- 3811 Additives
Classification notes
This residual chapter covers items not in 28-37; composition is key.
Frequently asked questions about HS Chapter 38
What Chapter 38 covers
Various chemical products: alloys, ceramic products of chem. use, activated carbon, resins.
Which products are classified under HS Chapter 38?
Common HS headings in Chapter 38 include: 3801 Graphite, activated C; 3808 Disinfectants; 3811 Additives.
How do I find the import duty for HS Chapter 38 goods?
Determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g., China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS Chapter 38 products?
This residual chapter covers items not in 28-37; composition is key.