HS Code 2847
Hydrogen Peroxide
HS code 2847 covers hydrogen peroxide in liquid or urea-solidified form, serving as a critical agent for bleaching, water treatment, and disinfection.
HS Code 2847 — Hydrogen Peroxide
This code covers hydrogen peroxide, whether in liquid form or solidified with urea. It is widely used as a bleach in the paper and textile industries, a disinfectant in healthcare, and at high concentrations as rocket propellant.
What's included
- Liquid hydrogen peroxide
- Hydrogen peroxide solidified with urea
What's excluded
- Hydrogen peroxide solutions for hair (retail) → use
3305(Retail-packaged hair products go in Chapter 33.)
Common examples
- Industrial grade 50% hydrogen peroxide
- Urea hydrogen peroxide tablets
- High-purity electronic grade hydrogen peroxide
Frequently asked questions
Can I ship high-concentration hydrogen peroxide?
Yes, but concentrations above 20% are considered strong oxidizers (Class 5.1/8) and require specialized hazardous material handling.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 5.5%
- Documentation: High concentrations (>60%) are subject to stringent security regulations in many countries.
- Typical shipping mode: Tanker
- Top exporters: Belgium, South Korea, Thailand
- Top importers: United States, Vietnam, Germany
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Key takeaway
A ubiquitous industrial oxidant and disinfectant requiring careful temperature and pressure management during transit.
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