HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2920.22 – Esters; phosphite esters and their salts; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, diethyl phosphite
HS code 2920.22 is the 6-digit subheading for esters, phosphite esters and their salts, their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, diethyl phosphite. It is used for diethyl phosphite, DEPI, diethyl hydrogen phosphite, phosphonic acid diethyl ester and intermediate chemical.
What HS 2920.22 covers
This HS code specifically covers diethyl phosphite, another crucial intermediate in organic synthesis, similar in application to dimethyl phosphite but with distinct chemical properties. It is widely used in the production of various agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and flame retardants. Its trade involves specialized chemical manufacturers exporting the compound, and diverse industrial sectors, particularly those in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries, importing it for further chemical reactions and product development. The global demand for diethyl phosphite is sustained by its versatility as a building block for complex organic molecules, making it a key component in the fine chemical market.
- Covers
- Diethyl phosphite
- DEPI
- Diethyl hydrogen phosphite
- Phosphonic acid diethyl ester
- Intermediate chemical
- Examples
- Lanxess (specialty chemicals)
- Arkema (chemical intermediates)
- Jiangsu Yangnong Chemical Group (agrochemical intermediates)
Codes often confused with 2920.22
Common mistake. Can be confused with dimethyl phosphite (292021) or trimethyl phosphite (292023) if the specific alkyl group (ethyl vs. methyl) is not accurately identified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 292022, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 292022 in UN Comtrade data was India, with 38% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 61% 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 India $1.1M 38% of world exports
- 2 Germany $996K 34% of world exports
- 3 China $816K 28% of world exports
World total: $3.0M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.0M 61% of world imports
- 2 Kenya $508K 16% of world imports
- 3 Austria $377K 12% of world imports
World total: $3.3M 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 2920.22
Brazil does not split HS 2920.22: its NCM code is 2920.22.00.
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 2920.22
What is HS code 292022?
HS code 292022 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Esters; phosphite esters and their salts; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, diethyl phosphite. This HS code specifically covers diethyl phosphite, another crucial intermediate in organic synthesis, similar in application to dimethyl phosphite but with distinct chemical properties. It is widely used in the production of various agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and flame retardants. Its trade involves specialized chemical manufacturers exporting the compound, and diverse industrial sectors, particularly those in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries, importing it for further chemical reactions and product development. The global demand for diethyl phosphite is sustained by its versatility as a building block for complex organic molecules, making it a key component in the fine chemical market.
What products fall under HS code 292022?
Diethyl phosphite, DEPI, diethyl hydrogen phosphite, phosphonic acid diethyl ester, intermediate chemical
What are common misclassifications for HS code 292022?
Can be confused with dimethyl phosphite (292021) or trimethyl phosphite (292023) if the specific alkyl group (ethyl vs. methyl) is not accurately identified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 292022?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 292022 in UN Comtrade data were India ($1.1M, 38% of world exports), Germany ($996K) and China ($816K). World exports came to about $3.0M, 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 292022?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 292022 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.0M, 61% of world imports), Kenya ($508K) and Austria ($377K). World imports came to about $3.3M, 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 292022 structured?
HS code 292022 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 (22) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 292022?
In Brazil, HS code 292022 is NCM 2920.22.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.