HS 2818.20 Aluminium oxide, other than artificial corundum
Aluminium oxide: other than artificial corundum
Part of heading 2818 (Artificial corundum, whether or not chemically defined…), in chapter 28 (Inorganic chemicals)
World trade trend
Reported world exports and imports of HS 2818.20 per year, 2019 to 2024.
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| Year | Exports | Imports |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $12.6B | $13.3B |
| 2020 | $8.34B | $10.2B |
| 2021 | $12.8B | $12.5B |
| 2022 | $14.6B | $14.5B |
| 2023 | $13.1B | $12.5B |
| 2024 | $17.1B | $15.1B |
2025 is left out because not every country has published detailed data for that year yet.
Monthly trend
Monthly trade in HS 2818.20 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 | $552M | $82.2M |
| Feb 2022 | $502M | $49.2M |
| Mar 2022 | $586M | $60.8M |
| Apr 2022 | $851M | $32.6M |
| May 2022 | $698M | $78.7M |
| Jun 2022 | $519M | $39.7M |
| Jul 2022 | $507M | $48.6M |
| Aug 2022 | $542M | $46.9M |
| Sep 2022 | $471M | $51.8M |
| Oct 2022 | $429M | $61.9M |
| Nov 2022 | $452M | $33.3M |
| Dec 2022 | $493M | $33.2M |
| Jan 2023 | $387M | $76.5M |
| Feb 2023 | $519M | $27.3M |
| Mar 2023 | $524M | $46.9M |
| Apr 2023 | $536M | $55.3M |
| May 2023 | $563M | $29.9M |
| Jun 2023 | $484M | $40.1M |
| Jul 2023 | $447M | $62.7M |
| Aug 2023 | $487M | $54.5M |
| Sep 2023 | $491M | $40.4M |
| Oct 2023 | $520M | $49.3M |
| Nov 2023 | $474M | $58.3M |
| Dec 2023 | $454M | $53.7M |
| Jan 2024 | $482M | $77.4M |
| Feb 2024 | $417M | $104M |
| Mar 2024 | $579M | $91M |
| Apr 2024 | $528M | $75.3M |
| May 2024 | $516M | $91.8M |
| Jun 2024 | $698M | $84.8M |
| Jul 2024 | $556M | $78.7M |
| Aug 2024 | $646M | $53.2M |
| Sep 2024 | $632M | $101M |
| Oct 2024 | $800M | $123M |
| Nov 2024 | $957M | $102M |
| Dec 2024 | $1.03B | $92M |
Top exporting and importing countries
Who sold and bought the most HS 2818.20 in 2024, by reported value and share of the world total.
Top 10 exporters
- 1$6.85B40.1% of world
- 2$3.36B19.7% of world
- 3$2.03B11.9% of world
- 4$1.06B6.2% of world
- 5$790M4.6% of world
- 6$444M2.6% of world
- 7Vietnampartner reported$394M2.3% of world
- 8$326M1.9% of world
- 9$274M1.6% of world
- 10$228M1.3% of world
Top 10 importers
- 1$2.16B14.3% of world
- 2Bahrainpartner reported$1.46B9.7% of world
- 3United Arab Emiratespartner reported$1.2B8.0% of world
- 4Norwaypartner reported$1.07B7.1% of world
- 5Indiapartner reported$863M5.7% of world
- 6$830M5.5% of world
- 7$756M5.0% of world
- 8$667M4.4% of world
- 9$640M4.2% of world
- 10Icelandpartner reported$569M3.8% of world
India focus
What India traded in HS 2818.20 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$36.5M22.2% of exports
- 2$36M21.9% of exports
- 3$24.2M14.7% of exports
- 4$20.4M12.4% of exports
- 5$11.1M6.8% of exports
- 6$9.25M5.6% of exports
- 7$7.46M4.5% of exports
- 8$6.99M4.2% of exports
India imports from
- 1$513M59.5% of imports
- 2$282M32.7% of imports
- 3$24M2.8% of imports
- 4$17M2.0% of imports
- 5$10.5M1.2% of imports
- 6$7M0.8% of imports
- 7$5.23M0.6% of imports
- 8$1.84M0.2% of imports
Partner lists cover the 28 major reporting economies only.
Chemicals classified under HS 2818.20
4 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 2818.20 chemicals
Companies listing chemicals that fall under this HS code. Verified and paid members are listed first, unclaimed profiles are marked.
- 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
- 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 - BSBASF SEManufacturerLudwigshafen am Rhein, Germany
BASF’s bioplastic is a high-quality, completely compostable polymer.
Unclaimed profile 250 products - TCTrue Commerce Global Ventures Private LimitedManufacturer India
Trusted chemical partner for B2B supply.
Unclaimed profile 12 products - ACAlumina Chemicals & CastablesManufacturerNavi Mumbai, IndiaUnclaimed profile 3 products
- PPentaManufacturerPraha 10, Czech RepublicUnclaimed profile 192 products
- MTMeridian Trade SolutionManufacturer India
Find competitive price on Caustic Soda Lye and Caustic Soda Flakes from leading exporter and supplier based in Vadodara, India.
Unclaimed profile 15 products - VMViridis Materials LLCDistributor United StatesUnclaimed profile 13 products
- PDProduct Description Shanghai Zoran New Material Co. LtdSupplier China
Our companyis an enterprise integrating scientific research, production, inspection and sales.
Unclaimed profile 153 products
Questions about HS 2818.20
Quick answers based on the classification and the trade figures above.
What is HS code 281820?
HS code 281820 (also written 2818.20) is a subheading of the Harmonized System that covers aluminium oxide: other than artificial corundum. It sits under heading 2818 (artificial corundum, whether or not chemically defined, aluminium oxide, aluminium…) in chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals).
How much is traded worldwide under HS code 281820?
In 2024, countries reported exports worth $17.1B and imports worth $15.1B under HS code 281820. Reported exports changed by +30.2% compared with 2023. These are trade statistics in US dollars, not prices.
Which countries export the most under HS code 281820?
The largest exporters in 2024 were Australia (40.1% of world exports), Brazil (19.7% of world exports) and Indonesia (11.9% of world exports).
Which countries import the most under HS code 281820?
The largest importers in 2024 were Canada (14.3% of world imports), Bahrain (9.7% of world imports) and United Arab Emirates (8.0% of world imports).
Does India export or import goods under HS code 281820?
Yes. Based on what the major economies reported about their trade with India, India exported at least $165M and imported at least $863M under HS code 281820 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 281820?
CompoundList lists 4 chemicals under this code, including Alumina, Bauxite and Aluminum silicate, natural. 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.