HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 2920.19 – Esters; thiophosphoric esters (phosphorothioates) and their salts; other than parathion (ISO) and parathion-methyl (ISO) (methyl-parathion)

HS code 2920.19 is the 6-digit subheading for esters, thiophosphoric esters (phosphorothioates) and their salts, other than parathion (ISO) and parathion-methyl (ISO) (methyl-parathion). It is used for malathion, dimethoate, chlorpyrifos, phosmet and ethion.

What HS 2920.19 covers

This HS code covers a diverse range of thiophosphoric esters (phosphorothioates) and their salts, along with their derivatives, excluding the specifically enumerated parathion and parathion-methyl. These compounds are crucial intermediates and active ingredients, primarily finding applications in agrochemicals as insecticides, fungicides, and herbicides. Beyond agriculture, they are also used as lubricants and specialty additives in various industrial processes. Major chemical companies and agrochemical producers in countries with strong chemical industries are key exporters, while agricultural sectors, lubricant manufacturers, and specialty chemical industries globally are typical importers, relying on these compounds for crop protection and industrial performance.

Covers
  • Malathion
  • Dimethoate
  • Chlorpyrifos
  • Phosmet
  • Ethion
  • Fenthion
  • Azinphos-methyl
Examples
  • BASF (agrochemicals)
  • Syngenta (agrochemicals)
  • Corteva Agriscience (agrochemicals)
  • Sumitomo Chemical

Codes often confused with 2920.19

Common mistake. Can be confused with 2919 (phosphoric esters) if the 'thio' (sulfur) component is overlooked, or with other specific organophosphate codes if not carefully identified.

29.19Esters; phosphoric, and their salts, including lactophosphates, their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives

Top exporters and importers of HS code 292019, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 292019 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 76% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Morocco, with 34% 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 China $157M
  2. 2 Japan $25M
  3. 3 Germany $10M

World total: $205M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Morocco $74M
  2. 2 Brazil $33M
  3. 3 India $25M

World total: $217M 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 codes for 2920.19 3

Brazil splits HS 2920.19 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.

  1. 2920.19.10 FenitrothionFenitrotion
  2. 2920.19.20 Dimethyl phosphorothioate chlorideCloreto de fosforotioato de dimetila
  3. 2920.19.90 Other thiophosphoric estersOutros

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.20 →

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

Questions about HS 2920.19

What is HS code 292019?

HS code 292019 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Esters; thiophosphoric esters (phosphorothioates) and their salts; other than parathion (ISO) and parathion-methyl (ISO) (methyl-parathion). This HS code covers a diverse range of thiophosphoric esters (phosphorothioates) and their salts, along with their derivatives, excluding the specifically enumerated parathion and parathion-methyl. These compounds are crucial intermediates and active ingredients, primarily finding applications in agrochemicals as insecticides, fungicides, and herbicides. Beyond agriculture, they are also used as lubricants and specialty additives in various industrial processes. Major chemical companies and agrochemical producers in countries with strong chemical industries are key exporters, while agricultural sectors, lubricant manufacturers, and specialty chemical industries globally are typical importers, relying on these compounds for crop protection and industrial performance.

What products fall under HS code 292019?

Malathion, dimethoate, chlorpyrifos, phosmet, ethion, fenthion, azinphos-methyl

What are common misclassifications for HS code 292019?

Can be confused with 2919 (phosphoric esters) if the 'thio' (sulfur) component is overlooked, or with other specific organophosphate codes if not carefully identified.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 292019?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 292019 in UN Comtrade data were China ($157M, 76% of world exports), Japan ($25M) and Germany ($10M). World exports came to about $205M, 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 292019?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 292019 in UN Comtrade data were Morocco ($74M, 34% of world imports), Brazil ($33M) and India ($25M). World imports came to about $217M, 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 292019 structured?

HS code 292019 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (20) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 292019?

Brazil splits HS code 292019 into 3 NCM codes: 2920.19.10 (Fenitrothion), 2920.19.20 (Dimethyl phosphorothioate chloride), 2920.19.90 (Other thiophosphoric esters). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.