3827.13.00.00 - Containing carbon tetrachloride

This HTS category, 3827.13.00.00, specifically classifies mixtures and preparations that contain carbon tetrachloride. Carbon tetrachloride (tetrachloromethane) is a chlorinated hydrocarbon with the chemical formula CCl₄. These mixtures are typically industrial chemicals used in various applications, such as solvents, refrigerants, or intermediates in chemical synthesis, provided they are not specifically covered elsewhere in the Harmonized System.

It is crucial to distinguish this category from its sibling entries within heading 38.27. While all these subheadings deal with mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane, or propane, 3827.13.00.00 is solely for those where carbon tetrachloride is a key component. This differentiates it from 3827.11.00.00, which covers mixtures containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), and 3827.12.00.00, pertaining to mixtures with hydrobromofluorocarbons (HBFCs). Furthermore, it is distinct from 3827.14.00.00, which is reserved for mixtures containing 1,1,1-trichloroethane (methyl chloroform). The presence and identification of carbon tetrachloride as a constituent is the defining characteristic for classification under this subheading.

As this classification node is a leaf node, there are no further subdivisions. Therefore, the focus for classification purposes is on the affirmative presence of carbon tetrachloride within the mixture. Importers and exporters should consult relevant technical data sheets or laboratory analyses to confirm the composition of their goods and ensure accurate classification. If carbon tetrachloride is present alongside other restricted halocarbons mentioned in sibling categories, the classification should prioritize the specific component as per the hierarchical structure of the HTS.