HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 2918.18 – Acids; carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function), chlorobenzilate (ISO)

HS code 2918.18 is the 6-digit subheading for acids, carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function), chlorobenzilate (ISO). It is used for chlorobenzilate technical grade, chlorobenzilate emulsifiable concentrate, chlorobenzilate wettable powder and acaricide formulations containing chlorobenzilate.

What HS 2918.18 covers

This HS code covers chlorobenzilate (ISO), an acaricide (miticide) used in agriculture. Chlorobenzilate is primarily traded for its application in controlling mites on various crops, including citrus, cotton, and other fruits and vegetables. The international trade involves agricultural chemical companies, distributors, and farmers in regions with significant agricultural output. Key considerations for trade include its efficacy against target pests, regulatory approvals for its use in different countries, environmental impact assessments, and safety protocols for handling and application. While its use has seen some decline in certain regions due to environmental concerns and the development of newer pesticides, it remains relevant in specific agricultural contexts where it is still permitted and effective.

Covers
  • Chlorobenzilate technical grade
  • Chlorobenzilate emulsifiable concentrate
  • Chlorobenzilate wettable powder
  • Acaricide formulations containing chlorobenzilate
Examples
  • Syngenta (historical)
  • Bayer CropScience (historical)
  • generic agrochemical manufacturers

Codes often confused with 2918.18

Common mistake. This compound could be confused with other pesticides or acaricides classified under Chapter 38, specifically 3808, if not identified as a specific chemical compound, or other organic acids in 2918.19.

38.08Insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, herbicides, anti-sprouting products, plant growth regulators, disinfectants and the like, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles2918.19Acids; carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function), other than lactic, tartaric, citric, and gluconic acids and their salts and esters

Top exporters and importers of HS code 291818, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 291818 in UN Comtrade data was South Africa, with 57% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 39% 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. 1 South Africa $39K
  2. 2 Sweden $8K
  3. 3 France $6K

World total: $68K Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Netherlands $42K
  2. 2 Zimbabwe* ~$39K
  3. 3 Colombia $8K

World total: $108K 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 2918.18

Brazil does not split HS 2918.18: its NCM code is 2918.18.00.

  1. 2918.18.00 Chlorobenzilate (ISO)Clorobenzilato (ISO)

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.18 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 2918.18

What is HS code 291818?

HS code 291818 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Acids; carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function), chlorobenzilate (ISO). This HS code covers chlorobenzilate (ISO), an acaricide (miticide) used in agriculture. Chlorobenzilate is primarily traded for its application in controlling mites on various crops, including citrus, cotton, and other fruits and vegetables. The international trade involves agricultural chemical companies, distributors, and farmers in regions with significant agricultural output. Key considerations for trade include its efficacy against target pests, regulatory approvals for its use in different countries, environmental impact assessments, and safety protocols for handling and application. While its use has seen some decline in certain regions due to environmental concerns and the development of newer pesticides, it remains relevant in specific agricultural contexts where it is still permitted and effective.

What products fall under HS code 291818?

Chlorobenzilate technical grade, Chlorobenzilate emulsifiable concentrate, Chlorobenzilate wettable powder, Acaricide formulations containing chlorobenzilate

What are common misclassifications for HS code 291818?

This compound could be confused with other pesticides or acaricides classified under Chapter 38, specifically 3808, if not identified as a specific chemical compound, or other organic acids in 2918.19.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 291818?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 291818 in UN Comtrade data were South Africa ($39K, 57% of world exports), Sweden ($8K) and France ($6K). World exports came to about $68K, 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 291818?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 291818 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($42K, 39% of world imports), Zimbabwe (about $39K) and Colombia ($8K). World imports came to about $108K, 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 291818 structured?

HS code 291818 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (18) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (18) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 291818?

In Brazil, HS code 291818 is NCM 2918.18.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.