HS 2818 Artificial corundum, whether or not chemically defined, aluminium oxide, aluminium hydroxide
Part of chapter 28 (Inorganic chemicals)
World trade trend
Reported world exports and imports of HS 2818 per year, 2019 to 2024.
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| Year | Exports | Imports |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $15.2B | $16.1B |
| 2020 | $10.7B | $12.5B |
| 2021 | $16B | $15.4B |
| 2022 | $18.3B | $17.9B |
| 2023 | $16B | $15.3B |
| 2024 | $20B | $18B |
2025 is left out because not every country has published detailed data for that year yet.
Monthly trend
Monthly trade in HS 2818 between the 28 major reporting economies and the rest of the world, Jan 2022 to Dec 2024. Good for direction and seasonality, not a full world total.
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| Month | Exports | Imports |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2022 | $607M | $128M |
| Feb 2022 | $541M | $88.8M |
| Mar 2022 | $637M | $110M |
| Apr 2022 | $909M | $65.5M |
| May 2022 | $748M | $127M |
| Jun 2022 | $572M | $89.2M |
| Jul 2022 | $559M | $89.6M |
| Aug 2022 | $602M | $87.5M |
| Sep 2022 | $520M | $93.2M |
| Oct 2022 | $471M | $100M |
| Nov 2022 | $498M | $84.6M |
| Dec 2022 | $543M | $71.7M |
| Jan 2023 | $435M | $114M |
| Feb 2023 | $558M | $70M |
| Mar 2023 | $586M | $88M |
| Apr 2023 | $583M | $92.4M |
| May 2023 | $609M | $70.5M |
| Jun 2023 | $529M | $78.7M |
| Jul 2023 | $489M | $94.8M |
| Aug 2023 | $531M | $92.1M |
| Sep 2023 | $533M | $69.4M |
| Oct 2023 | $555M | $91.3M |
| Nov 2023 | $518M | $91.6M |
| Dec 2023 | $488M | $90.3M |
| Jan 2024 | $526M | $109M |
| Feb 2024 | $457M | $135M |
| Mar 2024 | $627M | $127M |
| Apr 2024 | $570M | $111M |
| May 2024 | $563M | $134M |
| Jun 2024 | $749M | $115M |
| Jul 2024 | $596M | $118M |
| Aug 2024 | $687M | $89.3M |
| Sep 2024 | $681M | $139M |
| Oct 2024 | $847M | $168M |
| Nov 2024 | $1B | $140M |
| Dec 2024 | $1.06B | $127M |
Top exporting and importing countries
Who sold and bought the most HS 2818 in 2024, by reported value and share of the world total.
Top 10 exporters
- 1$6.93B34.7% of world
- 2$3.64B18.3% of world
- 3$2.07B10.4% of world
- 4$1.99B10.0% of world
- 5$900M4.5% of world
- 6$794M4.0% of world
- 7$567M2.8% of world
- 8Vietnampartner reported$429M2.1% of world
- 9$339M1.7% of world
- 10$306M1.5% of world
Top 10 importers
- 1$2.19B12.1% of world
- 2Bahrainpartner reported$1.46B8.1% of world
- 3United Arab Emiratespartner reported$1.24B6.9% of world
- 4Norwaypartner reported$1.09B6.0% of world
- 5$1.06B5.9% of world
- 6Indiapartner reported$982M5.4% of world
- 7$881M4.9% of world
- 8$859M4.8% of world
- 9$678M3.8% of world
- 10Icelandpartner reported$569M3.2% of world
India focus
What India traded in HS 2818 in 2024, as reported by its trading partners, and where it sold to and bought from.
India does not publish detailed six digit trade figures. These are mirror figures, built from what the 28 major economies reported about their trade with India, so treat them as a lower bound.
India exports to
- 1$37.6M19.5% of exports
- 2$36M18.7% of exports
- 3$25.3M13.1% of exports
- 4$20.4M10.6% of exports
- 5$15.6M8.1% of exports
- 6$13.8M7.2% of exports
- 7$7.85M4.1% of exports
- 8$7.46M3.9% of exports
India imports from
- 1$518M52.7% of imports
- 2$282M28.7% of imports
- 3$93M9.5% of imports
- 4$40.1M4.1% of imports
- 5$24.2M2.5% of imports
- 6$10.5M1.1% of imports
- 7$8.64M0.9% of imports
- 8$2.08M0.2% of imports
Partner lists cover the 28 major reporting economies only.
Subheadings of heading 2818
Every six digit code under HS 2818 with world exports in 2024.
Chemicals classified under HS 2818
8 chemicals on CompoundList map to this code, the most searched first.
The HS text names this chemical directly.
Assigned from the chemical's structure class, or only its chapter is certain. Confirm the exact code with your customs broker before shipping.
Looking for a chemical that is not listed? Search by name or CAS number, or ask suppliers directly.
Suppliers of HS 2818 chemicals
Companies listing chemicals that fall under this HS code. Verified and paid members are listed first, unclaimed profiles are marked.
- GIGreenChem Industries, LLCDistributorWest Palm Beach, United States
Explore 400+ industrial and specialty chemicals, sourcing services, bulk distribution, warehousing, and logistics solutions from GreenChem Industries.
Unclaimed profile 233 products - NUNanjing Union Rubber & Chemicals Co., Ltd.DistributorNanjing, China
NURCHEM is the leading supplier and manufacturer for rubber chemicals and plastic additives in China.
Unclaimed profile 106 products - CChemignitionManufacturer India
Chemignition ensures high-quality APIs with strict regulatory compliance and reliable delivery.
Unclaimed profile 54 products - CChemstockManufacturerDubai, United Arab EmiratesUnclaimed profile 193 products
- ALActylis Lab SolutionsManufacturerAhmedabad, India
Actylis Lab is a leading supplier and manufacturer in the chemical industry.
Unclaimed profile 180 products - WVWuxi Volksky New Materials Co.,LtdSupplier ChinaUnclaimed profile 164 products
- SPSuzhou Pharmaceutical Technology co., ltdManufacturerSuzhou, China
API and intermediate R&D with scalable production capability.
Unclaimed profile 130 products - HCHakushin Chemical Laboratory Co,LtdManufacturer JapanUnclaimed profile 26 products
- SKShanghai Kean Technology CoSupplier
Shanghai Kean Technology Co., Ltd. is a global chemical manufacturer and focuses on advanced chemical technology.
Unclaimed profile 153 products - ZAZhengzhou Alfa Chemical Co.,LtdManufacturer ChinaUnclaimed profile 125 products
- NCNoah ChemicalsManufacturer
Noah Chemicals Is One of the Country’s Largest Producers of High-Purity and Complex Chemicals, Utilized for Everything From Research to Manufacturing.
Unclaimed profile 26 products - ZCZibo Chemic New Material Co., LtdDistributor ChinaUnclaimed profile 48 products
Questions about HS 2818
Quick answers based on the classification and the trade figures above.
What is HS code 2818?
HS code 2818 is a heading of the Harmonized System that covers artificial corundum, whether or not chemically defined, aluminium oxide, aluminium hydroxide. It sits under chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals). It is split into 3 more detailed six digit subheadings.
How much is traded worldwide under HS code 2818?
In 2024, countries reported exports worth $20B and imports worth $18B under HS code 2818. Reported exports changed by +24.5% compared with 2023. These are trade statistics in US dollars, not prices.
Which countries export the most under HS code 2818?
The largest exporters in 2024 were Australia (34.7% of world exports), Brazil (18.3% of world exports) and Indonesia (10.4% of world exports).
Which countries import the most under HS code 2818?
The largest importers in 2024 were Canada (12.1% of world imports), Bahrain (8.1% of world imports) and United Arab Emirates (6.9% of world imports).
Does India export or import goods under HS code 2818?
Yes. Based on what the major economies reported about their trade with India, India exported at least $193M and imported at least $982M under HS code 2818 in 2024. Among the major reporting economies, its largest export market was Indonesia and its largest supplier was Indonesia.
Which chemicals are classified under HS code 2818?
CompoundList lists 8 chemicals under this code, including Alumina, Aluminum hydroxide and Aluminum hydroxide (Al(OH)3), hydrate. Codes marked indicative are assigned from the chemical's structure class or chapter, so confirm the final classification with your customs broker.
Is the HS code the same in every country?
The first six digits are shared by every country that uses the Harmonized System. Countries add their own digits after that, for example India uses eight digit ITC-HS codes and the United States uses ten digit HTS codes, so check the national tariff for the full code and the duty rate.