HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3105.59 – Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; containing the two fertilizing elements nitrogen and phosphorus, other than nitrates and phosphates
HS code 3105.59 is the 6-digit subheading for fertilizers, mineral or chemical, containing the two fertilizing elements nitrogen and phosphorus, other than nitrates and phosphates. It is used for urea ammonium phosphate, ammonium polyphosphate, NPK fertilizers (without potassium) where N is not nitrate, liquid N-P fertilizers and starter fertilizers.
What HS 3105.59 covers
This HS code covers mineral or chemical fertilizers containing the two fertilizing elements nitrogen and phosphorus, but specifically excludes those where nitrogen is exclusively in nitrate form and phosphorus is exclusively in phosphate form (covered by 310551). This 'other' category encompasses a broad range of N+P compounds, such as urea ammonium phosphate, ammonium polyphosphate, and various N-P blends where nitrogen might be in urea or ammonium form. These fertilizers are vital for balanced plant nutrition, supporting vegetative growth and root development. Global trade is extensive, with major agricultural economies both importing and exporting these diverse formulations. Key players include countries with robust fertilizer industries like China, the United States, and Russia, supplying markets in Brazil, India, and Southeast Asia. The specific chemical forms of N and P dictate their release rates and suitability for different soil conditions and crops.
- Covers
- Urea ammonium phosphate
- Ammonium polyphosphate
- NPK fertilizers (without potassium) where N is not nitrate
- Liquid N-P fertilizers
- Starter fertilizers
- Sulfur-coated urea phosphate
- Examples
- UAN + APP blends
- MicroEssentials S10
- Nutrien ESN + MAP blends
- AgroLiquid Pro-Germinator
- PhosAgro NPK (without K)
Codes often confused with 3105.59
Common mistake. This 'other' category can be confused with specific N+P fertilizers like DAP (310530) or MAP (310540) if the exact chemical form isn't specified, or with NPK fertilizers (310520) if potassium is also present.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 310559, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 310559 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, with 34% 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 $1.8B 36% of world exports
- 2 United States $723M 15% of world exports
- 3 Morocco $574M 12% of world exports
World total: $4.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Brazil $1.9B 34% of world imports
- 2 Thailand $703M 13% of world imports
- 3 India $662M 12% of world imports
World total: $5.6B 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 3105.59
Brazil does not split HS 3105.59: its NCM code is 3105.59.00.
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 3105.59
What is HS code 310559?
HS code 310559 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; containing the two fertilizing elements nitrogen and phosphorus, other than nitrates and phosphates. This HS code covers mineral or chemical fertilizers containing the two fertilizing elements nitrogen and phosphorus, but specifically excludes those where nitrogen is exclusively in nitrate form and phosphorus is exclusively in phosphate form (covered by 310551). This 'other' category encompasses a broad range of N+P compounds, such as urea ammonium phosphate, ammonium polyphosphate, and various N-P blends where nitrogen might be in urea or ammonium form. These fertilizers are vital for balanced plant nutrition, supporting vegetative growth and root development. Global trade is extensive, with major agricultural economies both importing and exporting these diverse formulations. Key players include countries with robust fertilizer industries like China, the United States, and Russia, supplying markets in Brazil, India, and Southeast Asia. The specific chemical forms of N and P dictate their release rates and suitability for different soil conditions and crops.
What products fall under HS code 310559?
Urea ammonium phosphate, ammonium polyphosphate, NPK fertilizers (without potassium) where N is not nitrate, liquid N-P fertilizers, starter fertilizers, sulfur-coated urea phosphate
What are common misclassifications for HS code 310559?
This 'other' category can be confused with specific N+P fertilizers like DAP (310530) or MAP (310540) if the exact chemical form isn't specified, or with NPK fertilizers (310520) if potassium is also present.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 310559?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 310559 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.8B, 36% of world exports), the United States ($723M) and Morocco ($574M). World exports came to about $4.9B, 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 310559?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 310559 in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($1.9B, 34% of world imports), Thailand ($703M) and India ($662M). World imports came to about $5.6B, 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 310559 structured?
HS code 310559 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 (59) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 310559?
In Brazil, HS code 310559 is NCM 3105.59.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.