About HS Code 310229
This HS code serves as a residual category for other mineral or chemical nitrogenous fertilizers, excluding ammonium sulphate. This diverse group includes a variety of nitrogen-containing compounds used in agriculture, each with specific properties and applications. The trade involves a wide array of chemical and fertilizer manufacturers exporting specialized nitrogen sources to meet diverse crop and soil requirements globally. Importers range from large-scale agricultural operations to specialty crop growers. Key considerations include the specific chemical form of nitrogen (nitrate, ammoniacal, amide), release rates, and compatibility with different irrigation systems. The inclusion of these 'other' nitrogenous fertilizers under CBAM underscores the broad impact of carbon pricing on the entire nitrogen fertilizer sector, encouraging more efficient production and potentially influencing market competitiveness.
Products Under This Code
Calcium ammonium nitrate (CAN), ammonium chloride, sodium nitrate, calcium nitrate, ammonium thiosulphate, urea ammonium nitrate (UAN) solution (if not primarily urea), ammonium polyphosphate
Real World Examples
YaraBela CAN, Nutrien UAN, SQM Sodium Nitrate, Haifa CalciN, Tessenderlo Thio-Sul
Common Misclassification
This 'other' category can be tricky; products might be misclassified under more specific nitrogenous codes (310210, 310221, 310230) or even general chemical codes if their fertilizer use is not clear.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product falls under the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Importers to the EU must declare embedded carbon emissions and purchase CBAM certificates.
Products Classified Under 3102.29
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
Trade is global, with major producers and consumers mirroring those for other nitrogenous fertilizers, including Europe, North America, and Asia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 310229?
HS code 310229 covers: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; nitrogenous, other than ammonium sulphate. This HS code serves as a residual category for other mineral or chemical nitrogenous fertilizers, excluding ammonium sulphate. This diverse group includes a variety of nitrogen-containing compounds used in agriculture, each with specific properties and applications. The trade involves a wide array of chemical and fertilizer manufacturers exporting specialized nitrogen sources to meet diverse crop and soil requirements globally. Importers range from large-scale agricultural operations to specialty crop growers. Key considerations include the specific chemical form of nitrogen (nitrate, ammoniacal, amide), release rates, and compatibility with different irrigation systems. The inclusion of these 'other' nitrogenous fertilizers under CBAM underscores the broad impact of carbon pricing on the entire nitrogen fertilizer sector, encouraging more efficient production and potentially influencing market competitiveness.
What products fall under HS code 310229?
Calcium ammonium nitrate (CAN), ammonium chloride, sodium nitrate, calcium nitrate, ammonium thiosulphate, urea ammonium nitrate (UAN) solution (if not primarily urea), ammonium polyphosphate
What are common misclassifications for HS code 310229?
This 'other' category can be tricky; products might be misclassified under more specific nitrogenous codes (310210, 310221, 310230) or even general chemical codes if their fertilizer use is not clear.
How is HS code 310229 structured?
HS code 310229 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (31) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.