HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3105.20 – Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; containing the three fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium
HS code 3105.20 is the 6-digit subheading for fertilizers, mineral or chemical, containing the three fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. It is used for NPK granular fertilizer, balanced NPK blends, slow-release NPK pellets, water-soluble NPK formulations and specialty NPK for specific crops.
What HS 3105.20 covers
This HS code covers mineral or chemical fertilizers that contain all three primary fertilizing elements: nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K). Known as NPK fertilizers, these are fundamental to modern agriculture, providing a balanced nutrient supply essential for complete plant growth, from root development to flowering and fruiting. The specific ratios of NPK vary widely, tailored to different crops, soil types, and growth stages. Global trade is robust, with major agricultural nations both producing and consuming vast quantities to ensure food security and maximize crop yields. Exporters often include countries with significant fertilizer production capacities, such as China, the United States, and Russia, while importers span nearly every agricultural region, particularly Brazil, India, and Southeast Asia. The complexity of formulations and the global demand make this a high-volume, strategically important trade category.
- Covers
- NPK granular fertilizer
- Balanced NPK blends
- Slow-release NPK pellets
- Water-soluble NPK formulations
- Specialty NPK for specific crops
- Liquid NPK concentrates
- Examples
- YaraMila
- Haifa Multi-K
- Grow More NPK
- Compo Expert NovaTec
- Nutrien NPK blends
Codes often confused with 3105.20
Common mistake. Often confused with fertilizers containing only two elements (e.g., 310559 for N+P or 310560 for P+K) if the presence of all three primary nutrients is not clearly declared or quantified. It's crucial to verify the NPK content.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 310520, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 310520 in UN Comtrade data was Russia, with about 33% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 12% 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 Russia* ~$2.8B 33% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Morocco $905M 11% of world exports
- 3 Belgium $780M 9.2% of world exports
World total: $8.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $1.2B 12% of world imports
- 2 China $709M 7.0% of world imports
- 3 Brazil $617M 6.1% of world imports
World total: $10.1B 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 3105.20
Brazil does not split HS 3105.20: its NCM code is 3105.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 31.05 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
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.
Questions about HS 3105.20
What is HS code 310520?
HS code 310520 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; containing the three fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. This HS code covers mineral or chemical fertilizers that contain all three primary fertilizing elements: nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K). Known as NPK fertilizers, these are fundamental to modern agriculture, providing a balanced nutrient supply essential for complete plant growth, from root development to flowering and fruiting. The specific ratios of NPK vary widely, tailored to different crops, soil types, and growth stages. Global trade is robust, with major agricultural nations both producing and consuming vast quantities to ensure food security and maximize crop yields. Exporters often include countries with significant fertilizer production capacities, such as China, the United States, and Russia, while importers span nearly every agricultural region, particularly Brazil, India, and Southeast Asia. The complexity of formulations and the global demand make this a high-volume, strategically important trade category.
What products fall under HS code 310520?
NPK granular fertilizer, balanced NPK blends, slow-release NPK pellets, water-soluble NPK formulations, specialty NPK for specific crops, liquid NPK concentrates
What are common misclassifications for HS code 310520?
Often confused with fertilizers containing only two elements (e.g., 310559 for N+P or 310560 for P+K) if the presence of all three primary nutrients is not clearly declared or quantified. It's crucial to verify the NPK content.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 310520?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 310520 in UN Comtrade data were Russia (about $2.8B, 33% of world exports), Morocco ($905M) and Belgium ($780M). World exports came to about $8.5B, 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 310520?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 310520 in UN Comtrade data were India ($1.2B, 12% of world imports), China ($709M) and Brazil ($617M). World imports came to about $10.1B, 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 310520 structured?
HS code 310520 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (31) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 310520?
In Brazil, HS code 310520 is NCM 3105.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.