HS Code 2804
Hydrogen, Rare Gases and Other Non-Metals
HS code 2804 covers elementary non-metals including industrial gases like hydrogen and argon, and solid elements such as high-purity silicon used in electronics
4-digit Section VIFCL Hazmat 2.1
HS Code 2804 — Hydrogen, Rare Gases and Other Non-Metals
This code covers basic elemental non-metals in gaseous or solid forms. This includes hydrogen, noble gases like argon and neon, and solid non-metals such as silicon, arsenic, and boron.
What's included
- Argon
- Neon
- Helium
- Silicon (less than 99.99% purity)
- Phosphorus
- Arsenic
What's excluded
- Silicon for electronics (>99.99% purity) → use
3818(Doped silicon wafers or ultra-high purity silicon for electronics go to Chapter 38.)
Common examples
- Liquid hydrogen for industrial fuel
- Argon gas for TIG welding
- Red phosphorus for match manufacture
Frequently asked questions
Which code fits silicon used in solar panels?
If it is high-purity silicon used for electronics/solar wafers, it likely moves to 3818. Standard metallurgical silicon stays in 2804.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 5.5%
- Documentation: Compressed gases require pressure vessel certificates.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, United States, Norway
- Top importers: Japan, South Korea, Germany
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Key takeaway
Covers elementary non-metals; purity levels are critical for distinguishing between 2804 and 3818 for silicon.
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