About HS Code 293020
This HS code covers thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates, which are a class of organo-sulphur compounds characterized by their specific chemical structures. These compounds are of significant commercial importance, primarily in agriculture as fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides, playing a critical role in crop protection. Beyond agriculture, they are also used as vulcanization accelerators in the rubber industry, as chelating agents, and in some pharmaceutical applications. Countries with large agricultural sectors and rubber manufacturing industries, such as China, India, Brazil, the United States, and European Union members, are major importers of these compounds. Exporters often include large agrochemical and specialty chemical producers in China, India, and Europe. Key considerations in their trade include the specific active ingredient, formulation, purity, and compliance with stringent international regulations regarding pesticide residues and environmental impact. Their effectiveness and safety profiles are paramount for market acceptance.
Products Under This Code
Metam-sodium, Propamocarb, Thiram, Ziram, Ferbam, Mancozeb, Carbofuran (as a carbamate derivative), Sodium dimethyldithiocarbamate
Real World Examples
Bayer's Propamocarb, Syngenta's Mancozeb, UPL's Thiram, FMC's Carbofuran
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with other agrochemicals in Chapter 38 (e.g., 3808 for insecticides, fungicides) if they are in formulated preparations rather than pure chemical compounds.
Products Classified Under 2930.20
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
China, India, and Brazil are major players in the import and export of thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates, largely due to their extensive agricultural and industrial applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 293020?
HS code 293020 covers: Organo-sulphur compounds; thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates. This HS code covers thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates, which are a class of organo-sulphur compounds characterized by their specific chemical structures. These compounds are of significant commercial importance, primarily in agriculture as fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides, playing a critical role in crop protection. Beyond agriculture, they are also used as vulcanization accelerators in the rubber industry, as chelating agents, and in some pharmaceutical applications. Countries with large agricultural sectors and rubber manufacturing industries, such as China, India, Brazil, the United States, and European Union members, are major importers of these compounds. Exporters often include large agrochemical and specialty chemical producers in China, India, and Europe. Key considerations in their trade include the specific active ingredient, formulation, purity, and compliance with stringent international regulations regarding pesticide residues and environmental impact. Their effectiveness and safety profiles are paramount for market acceptance.
What products fall under HS code 293020?
Metam-sodium, Propamocarb, Thiram, Ziram, Ferbam, Mancozeb, Carbofuran (as a carbamate derivative), Sodium dimethyldithiocarbamate
What are common misclassifications for HS code 293020?
This code can be confused with other agrochemicals in Chapter 38 (e.g., 3808 for insecticides, fungicides) if they are in formulated preparations rather than pure chemical compounds.
How is HS code 293020 structured?
HS code 293020 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (30) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.