HS Code 381512: Catalysts, supported; reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, with precious metal or precious metal compounds as the active substance, n.e.c. or included
What is HS Code 381512
HS Code 381512 covers Catalysts, supported; reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, with precious metal or precious metal compounds as the active substance, n.e.c. or included. It is a 6-digit subheading — the deepest level of the international HS — within: · Section VI — Products of the chemical or allied industries · Chapter 38 — Miscellaneous chemical products · Heading 3815 — Reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations n.e.c. or included. At 6 digits, this code is the same in every HS-adopting country. From digit 7 onward, each country extends it.
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What does HS Code 381512 Catalysts, supported; reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, with precious metal or precious metal compounds as the active substance, n.e.c. or included Cover?
What HS Codes for Miscellaneous Chemicals Do Not Cover
Chapter 38 is the catch-all for chemical products not specified elsewhere — pesticides, catalysts, lab reagents, biodiesel. Goods frequently misclassified here but that belong elsewhere include:
Separate chemically defined compounds
Chapters 28, 29
Pharmaceutical preparations
Chapter 30
Fertilizers
Chapter 31
Plastics in primary form
Chapter 39
This list highlights common classification errors only — it is not exhaustive. For binding classification, work with a licensed customs broker or qualified trade compliance professional.
