HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2930.80 – Organo-sulphur compounds; aldicarb (ISO), captafol (ISO) and methamidophos (ISO)
HS code 2930.80 is the 6-digit subheading for organo-sulphur compounds, aldicarb (ISO), captafol (ISO) and methamidophos (ISO). It is used for aldicarb insecticide, captafol fungicide, methamidophos pesticide, temik (Aldicarb brand) and ortho Difolatan (Captafol brand).
What HS 2930.80 covers
This HS code specifically covers a group of highly potent organo-sulphur pesticides: aldicarb, captafol, and methamidophos. These compounds are primarily traded for agricultural use as insecticides and fungicides, though many are now restricted or banned in numerous countries due to their high toxicity and environmental persistence. International trade in these substances is therefore highly regulated, often requiring prior informed consent (PIC) under conventions like Rotterdam. Importers are typically agricultural nations, particularly those in developing regions where these pesticides might still be permitted for specific crops or where alternatives are less accessible. Exporters are usually large chemical companies in countries with less stringent domestic regulations or those producing for export-only markets. Key considerations include strict labeling, handling, and disposal requirements, as well as the ongoing global efforts to phase out or restrict their use due to health and environmental concerns. The trade volume has significantly decreased over the years due to these restrictions.
- Covers
- Aldicarb insecticide
- Captafol fungicide
- Methamidophos pesticide
- Temik (Aldicarb brand)
- Ortho Difolatan (Captafol brand)
- Monitor (Methamidophos brand)
- Examples
- Bayer Temik (Aldicarb)
- Chevron Ortho Difolatan (Captafol)
- Syngenta Methamidophos
- UPL Aldicarb
Codes often confused with 2930.80
Common mistake. These specific pesticides could be confused with other organo-phosphorus pesticides in 2931.4x or other general insecticides/fungicides in Chapter 38, especially if their precise chemical structure is not identified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 293080, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 293080 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 67% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 68% 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 China $3.8M 67% of world exports
- 2 Taiwan* ~$1.1M 20% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $592K 10% of world exports
World total: $5.6M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $4.8M 68% of world imports
- 2 South Africa $1.1M 15% of world imports
- 3 Australia $619K 8.6% of world imports
World total: $7.2M 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 2930.80 3
Brazil splits HS 2930.80 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 2930.80.10 Aldicarb (ISO)Aldicarb
- 2930.80.20 Captafol (ISO)Captafol
- 2930.80.30 Methamidophos (ISO)Metamidofós
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.30 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2930.80
What is HS code 293080?
HS code 293080 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Organo-sulphur compounds; aldicarb (ISO), captafol (ISO) and methamidophos (ISO). This HS code specifically covers a group of highly potent organo-sulphur pesticides: aldicarb, captafol, and methamidophos. These compounds are primarily traded for agricultural use as insecticides and fungicides, though many are now restricted or banned in numerous countries due to their high toxicity and environmental persistence. International trade in these substances is therefore highly regulated, often requiring prior informed consent (PIC) under conventions like Rotterdam. Importers are typically agricultural nations, particularly those in developing regions where these pesticides might still be permitted for specific crops or where alternatives are less accessible. Exporters are usually large chemical companies in countries with less stringent domestic regulations or those producing for export-only markets. Key considerations include strict labeling, handling, and disposal requirements, as well as the ongoing global efforts to phase out or restrict their use due to health and environmental concerns. The trade volume has significantly decreased over the years due to these restrictions.
What products fall under HS code 293080?
Aldicarb insecticide, Captafol fungicide, Methamidophos pesticide, Temik (Aldicarb brand), Ortho Difolatan (Captafol brand), Monitor (Methamidophos brand)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 293080?
These specific pesticides could be confused with other organo-phosphorus pesticides in 2931.4x or other general insecticides/fungicides in Chapter 38, especially if their precise chemical structure is not identified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 293080?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 293080 in UN Comtrade data were China ($3.8M, 67% of world exports), Taiwan (about $1.1M) and the United States ($592K). World exports came to about $5.6M, 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 293080?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 293080 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($4.8M, 68% of world imports), South Africa ($1.1M) and Australia ($619K). World imports came to about $7.2M, 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 293080 structured?
HS code 293080 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 (80) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 293080?
Brazil splits HS code 293080 into 3 NCM codes: 2930.80.10 (Aldicarb (ISO)), 2930.80.20 (Captafol (ISO)), 2930.80.30 (Methamidophos (ISO)). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.