HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2920.30 – Esters; of other inorganic acids of non-metals (excluding esters of hydrogen halides) and their salts; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, endosulfan (ISO)
HS code 2920.30 is the 6-digit subheading for esters, of other inorganic acids of non-metals (excluding esters of hydrogen halides) and their salts, their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, endosulfan (ISO). It is used for endosulfan, dimethyl sulfate, diethyl sulfate, trimethyl phosphate and triethyl phosphate.
What HS 2920.30 covers
This HS code encompasses esters derived from inorganic acids of non-metals, along with their salts and various halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated, or nitrosated derivatives. A notable example included is endosulfan, a now largely restricted pesticide. In international trade, these chemicals are primarily handled by specialty chemical manufacturers, agricultural chemical producers, and pharmaceutical intermediate suppliers. They are crucial as active ingredients in pesticides, flame retardants, or as key intermediates in the synthesis of more complex organic compounds. Due to the nature of these chemicals, often involving toxicity or environmental concerns, trade is heavily influenced by international regulations, environmental protection laws, and import/export restrictions, making compliance a critical factor for all parties involved in their global movement.
- Covers
- Endosulfan
- Dimethyl sulfate
- Diethyl sulfate
- Trimethyl phosphate
- Triethyl phosphate
- Methyl chlorosulphonate
- Ethyl chlorosulphonate
- Examples
- Bayer CropScience (historical Endosulfan production)
- BASF (various specialty esters)
- Lanxess (flame retardant esters)
Codes often confused with 2920.30
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 292090 (other esters) if the specific inorganic acid ester is not explicitly listed, or with 3808 (pesticides) if the product is formulated as a finished pesticide rather than a raw chemical.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 292030, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 292030 in UN Comtrade data was the United Arab Emirates, with about 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Kuwait, with 63% 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 Arab Emirates* ~$8K 27% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Germany $4K 13% of world exports
- 3 United States $4K 12% of world exports
World total: $30K Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Kuwait $266K 63% of world imports
- 2 United States $41K 9.7% of world imports
- 3 France $36K 8.6% of world imports
World total: $420K 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 2920.30
Brazil does not split HS 2920.30: its NCM code is 2920.30.00.
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 2920.30
What is HS code 292030?
HS code 292030 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Esters; of other inorganic acids of non-metals (excluding esters of hydrogen halides) and their salts; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, endosulfan (ISO). This HS code encompasses esters derived from inorganic acids of non-metals, along with their salts and various halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated, or nitrosated derivatives. A notable example included is endosulfan, a now largely restricted pesticide. In international trade, these chemicals are primarily handled by specialty chemical manufacturers, agricultural chemical producers, and pharmaceutical intermediate suppliers. They are crucial as active ingredients in pesticides, flame retardants, or as key intermediates in the synthesis of more complex organic compounds. Due to the nature of these chemicals, often involving toxicity or environmental concerns, trade is heavily influenced by international regulations, environmental protection laws, and import/export restrictions, making compliance a critical factor for all parties involved in their global movement.
What products fall under HS code 292030?
Endosulfan, Dimethyl sulfate, Diethyl sulfate, Trimethyl phosphate, Triethyl phosphate, Methyl chlorosulphonate, Ethyl chlorosulphonate
What are common misclassifications for HS code 292030?
This code can be confused with 292090 (other esters) if the specific inorganic acid ester is not explicitly listed, or with 3808 (pesticides) if the product is formulated as a finished pesticide rather than a raw chemical.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 292030?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 292030 in UN Comtrade data were the United Arab Emirates (about $8K, 27% of world exports), Germany ($4K) and the United States ($4K). World exports came to about $30K, 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 292030?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 292030 in UN Comtrade data were Kuwait ($266K, 63% of world imports), the United States ($41K) and France ($36K). World imports came to about $420K, 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 292030 structured?
HS code 292030 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 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 292030?
In Brazil, HS code 292030 is NCM 2920.30.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.