HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2915.36 – Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; dinoseb (ISO) acetate
HS code 2915.36 is the 6-digit subheading for acids, saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, dinoseb (ISO) acetate. It is used for dinoseb acetate herbicide, dinoseb acetate pesticide, agricultural chemical intermediate (restricted) and research chemical (dinoseb acetate).
What HS 2915.36 covers
Dinoseb (ISO) acetate falls under the category of esters of acetic acid, specifically an agricultural chemical. Its international trade primarily involves specialized chemical manufacturers and distributors supplying the agricultural sector. Historically, dinoseb was used as a herbicide and insecticide, but due to its toxicity, its use has been severely restricted or banned in many countries. Therefore, trade in this specific compound is now highly regulated and limited, often for research purposes, specific niche applications under strict control, or for destruction. Key things to know are the stringent international regulations, including the Rotterdam Convention, which govern its movement across borders. Importers would typically be research institutions or specialized agricultural chemical companies operating in regions where its use is still permitted under strict conditions, or for re-export to such regions. The trade volume is significantly lower compared to other esters in this chapter due to its hazardous nature and restricted status.
- Covers
- Dinoseb acetate herbicide
- Dinoseb acetate pesticide
- Agricultural chemical intermediate (restricted)
- Research chemical (dinoseb acetate)
- Examples
- Generic Dinoseb Acetate (restricted)
- Sigma-Aldrich Dinoseb Acetate (for research)
- Santa Cruz Biotechnology Dinoseb Acetate
Codes often confused with 2915.36
Common mistake. This code could be confused with other agricultural chemicals or other esters of acetic acid (291539) if its specific "dinoseb" component and its highly regulated status are not recognized.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 291536, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 291536 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 71% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Singapore, with 21% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $88K 71% of world exports
- 2 South Africa $16K 13% of world exports
- 3 Czechia $11K 8.7% of world exports
World total: $123K Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Singapore $40K 21% of world imports
- 2 North Macedonia $32K 17% of world imports
- 3 Egypt $28K 15% of world imports
World total: $189K Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 2915.36
Brazil does not split HS 2915.36: its NCM code is 2915.36.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.15 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
Questions about HS 2915.36
What is HS code 291536?
HS code 291536 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; dinoseb (ISO) acetate. Dinoseb (ISO) acetate falls under the category of esters of acetic acid, specifically an agricultural chemical. Its international trade primarily involves specialized chemical manufacturers and distributors supplying the agricultural sector. Historically, dinoseb was used as a herbicide and insecticide, but due to its toxicity, its use has been severely restricted or banned in many countries. Therefore, trade in this specific compound is now highly regulated and limited, often for research purposes, specific niche applications under strict control, or for destruction. Key things to know are the stringent international regulations, including the Rotterdam Convention, which govern its movement across borders. Importers would typically be research institutions or specialized agricultural chemical companies operating in regions where its use is still permitted under strict conditions, or for re-export to such regions. The trade volume is significantly lower compared to other esters in this chapter due to its hazardous nature and restricted status.
What products fall under HS code 291536?
Dinoseb acetate herbicide, Dinoseb acetate pesticide, Agricultural chemical intermediate (restricted), Research chemical (dinoseb acetate)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 291536?
This code could be confused with other agricultural chemicals or other esters of acetic acid (291539) if its specific "dinoseb" component and its highly regulated status are not recognized.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 291536?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 291536 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($88K, 71% of world exports), South Africa ($16K) and Czechia ($11K). World exports came to about $123K, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 291536?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 291536 in UN Comtrade data were Singapore ($40K, 21% of world imports), North Macedonia ($32K) and Egypt ($28K). World imports came to about $189K, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 291536 structured?
HS code 291536 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (15) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (36) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 291536?
In Brazil, HS code 291536 is NCM 2915.36.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.