HS Code 3820
Anti-freeze and De-icing Fluids
HS code 3820 is for anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids, excluding those based on pure alcohols/glycols in Chapter 29.
4-digit Section VIFCL
HS Code 3820 — Anti-freeze and De-icing Fluids
These chemical preparations prevent liquids from freezing or melt existing ice. They are commonly used in automotive radiators, aircraft wings, and industrial cooling systems to maintain operation in cold climates.
What's included
- Ethylene glycol anti-freeze
- Propylene glycol de-icer
- Aircraft wing de-icing fluid
- Engine coolant concentrates
What's excluded
- Pure ethylene glycol → use
2905(Pure, unmixed chemicals go to the organic chemicals chapter.) - Salt-based de-icers → use
3104(Simple mineral salts like potassium chloride are classified by composition elsewhere.)
Common examples
- Long-life engine coolant
- Runway de-icing liquid
- Automotive radiator anti-freeze
- Windscreen de-icer spray
Frequently asked questions
Is windscreen wash included here?
Only if it is a specific de-icers. Standard windscreen wash with cleaning agents often falls under 3402.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 6.5%
- Documentation: Check local environmental regulations as some glycols are toxic to wildlife.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Belgium, Germany, United States, South Korea
- Top importers: Canada, Russia, United Kingdom, France
Related HS codes
Key takeaway
Standard automotive and aviation liquids; classification is straightforward for prepared mixtures.
Related HS codes
Tired of HS code lookups?
CargoMode extracts HS codes directly from commercial invoices, packing lists, and CMRs — no manual lookup, no transcription errors.