HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2933.61 – Heterocyclic compounds; containing an unfused triazine ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure, melamine
HS code 2933.61 is the 6-digit subheading for heterocyclic compounds, containing an unfused triazine ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure, melamine. It is used for melamine powder, melamine crystals, melamine granules, melamine resin precursor and melamine for laminates.
What HS 2933.61 covers
This specific HS code is dedicated solely to melamine, a crucial heterocyclic compound featuring an unfused triazine ring. Melamine is a white crystalline organic compound primarily used in the production of melamine-formaldehyde resins, which are thermosetting plastics known for their durability, heat resistance, and scratch resistance. These resins find extensive applications in laminates, adhesives, coatings, and molding compounds for dinnerware and kitchenware. The international trade of melamine is significant, driven by the global demand for construction materials, furniture, and consumer goods. Major exporters are typically countries with large petrochemical industries and access to raw materials like urea, such as China, Germany, and the Netherlands. Importers include manufacturers of laminates, plastics, and coatings worldwide, with strong demand from developing economies undergoing infrastructure and manufacturing expansion. Key considerations in trade include purity standards, packaging for bulk transport, and adherence to chemical safety regulations. While generally not a controlled substance, its past association with food adulteration incidents has led to increased scrutiny in certain applications, making quality control and origin transparency important.
- Covers
- Melamine powder
- Melamine crystals
- Melamine granules
- Melamine resin precursor
- Melamine for laminates
- Examples
- Formica (laminates)
- Arpa Industriale (laminates)
- IKEA (melamine-faced boards)
- Tupperware (melamine dinnerware)
Codes often confused with 2933.61
Common mistake. This code is very specific to melamine. It might be confused with 293369, which covers other triazine compounds, but the explicit mention of "melamine" here makes it distinct.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 293361, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 293361 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 69% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 11% 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 $470M 69% of world exports
- 2 Qatar* ~$66M 9.7% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Trinidad and Tobago $36M 5.4% of world exports
World total: $680M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $108M 11% of world imports
- 2 Germany $92M 9.2% of world imports
- 3 Poland $77M 7.7% of world imports
World total: $1.0B 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 2933.61
Brazil does not split HS 2933.61: its NCM code is 2933.61.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.33 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2933.61
What is HS code 293361?
HS code 293361 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Heterocyclic compounds; containing an unfused triazine ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure, melamine. This specific HS code is dedicated solely to melamine, a crucial heterocyclic compound featuring an unfused triazine ring. Melamine is a white crystalline organic compound primarily used in the production of melamine-formaldehyde resins, which are thermosetting plastics known for their durability, heat resistance, and scratch resistance. These resins find extensive applications in laminates, adhesives, coatings, and molding compounds for dinnerware and kitchenware. The international trade of melamine is significant, driven by the global demand for construction materials, furniture, and consumer goods. Major exporters are typically countries with large petrochemical industries and access to raw materials like urea, such as China, Germany, and the Netherlands. Importers include manufacturers of laminates, plastics, and coatings worldwide, with strong demand from developing economies undergoing infrastructure and manufacturing expansion. Key considerations in trade include purity standards, packaging for bulk transport, and adherence to chemical safety regulations. While generally not a controlled substance, its past association with food adulteration incidents has led to increased scrutiny in certain applications, making quality control and origin transparency important.
What products fall under HS code 293361?
Melamine powder, Melamine crystals, Melamine granules, Melamine resin precursor, Melamine for laminates
What are common misclassifications for HS code 293361?
This code is very specific to melamine. It might be confused with 293369, which covers other triazine compounds, but the explicit mention of "melamine" here makes it distinct.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 293361?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 293361 in UN Comtrade data were China ($470M, 69% of world exports), Qatar (about $66M) and Trinidad and Tobago ($36M). World exports came to about $680M, 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 293361?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 293361 in UN Comtrade data were India ($108M, 11% of world imports), Germany ($92M) and Poland ($77M). World imports came to about $1.0B, 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 293361 structured?
HS code 293361 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (33) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (61) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 293361?
In Brazil, HS code 293361 is NCM 2933.61.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.