HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3808.52 – Insecticides and the like; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 1 to this Chapter; for retail sale or as preparations or articles; DDT (ISO) (clofenotane (INN)), in packings of 300g or less
HS code 3808.52 is the 6-digit subheading for insecticides and the like, containing goods specified in Subheading Note 1 to this Chapter, for retail sale or as preparations or articles, DDT (ISO) (clofenotane (INN)), in packings of 300g or less. It is used for DDT powder for vector control, DDT-based mosquito spray (small pack), DDT dust for public health, DDT concentrate (small vial) and DDT solution for specific applications.
What HS 3808.52 covers
This code specifically targets insecticides containing DDT, a highly restricted substance globally due to its environmental persistence and health impacts. International trade in DDT is severely limited, primarily for disease vector control in specific public health emergencies, under strict regulatory frameworks like the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants. Countries that still permit its use, often developing nations facing malaria outbreaks, might import small quantities, while very few, if any, countries actively export it for general agricultural use. Key things to know include the stringent import/export permits, the small packing size indicating targeted, controlled application, and the overwhelming global effort to phase out its use. This trade is less about commercial profit and more about public health intervention under international oversight, requiring meticulous documentation and adherence to global environmental treaties. The limited trade volume reflects the global commitment to minimizing DDT's presence in the environment, making it a highly sensitive and regulated commodity.
- Covers
- DDT powder for vector control
- DDT-based mosquito spray (small pack)
- DDT dust for public health
- DDT concentrate (small vial)
- DDT solution for specific applications
- Residual spray for malaria control
- Examples
- Sumitomo Chemical (historical)
- Bayer (historical)
- Syngenta (historical)
- specific WHO-approved formulations
- VectoBac (historical)
Codes often confused with 3808.52
Common mistake. This code is distinct due to the presence of DDT. It might be confused with other general insecticide codes like 380891 if the specific chemical composition is overlooked, or with 380859 if the "not DDT" clause is missed.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 380852, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 380852 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 35% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 28% 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 United States $5.5M 35% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $4.3M 28% of world exports
- 3 South Africa $3.3M 21% of world exports
World total: $16M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Canada $4.4M 28% of world imports
- 2 Hungary $1.8M 11% of world imports
- 3 Malaysia $1.6M 11% of world imports
World total: $15M 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 3808.52
Brazil does not split HS 3808.52: its NCM code is 3808.52.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 38.08 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 3808.52
What is HS code 380852?
HS code 380852 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Insecticides and the like; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 1 to this Chapter; for retail sale or as preparations or articles; DDT (ISO) (clofenotane (INN)), in packings of 300g or less. This code specifically targets insecticides containing DDT, a highly restricted substance globally due to its environmental persistence and health impacts. International trade in DDT is severely limited, primarily for disease vector control in specific public health emergencies, under strict regulatory frameworks like the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants. Countries that still permit its use, often developing nations facing malaria outbreaks, might import small quantities, while very few, if any, countries actively export it for general agricultural use. Key things to know include the stringent import/export permits, the small packing size indicating targeted, controlled application, and the overwhelming global effort to phase out its use. This trade is less about commercial profit and more about public health intervention under international oversight, requiring meticulous documentation and adherence to global environmental treaties. The limited trade volume reflects the global commitment to minimizing DDT's presence in the environment, making it a highly sensitive and regulated commodity.
What products fall under HS code 380852?
DDT powder for vector control, DDT-based mosquito spray (small pack), DDT dust for public health, DDT concentrate (small vial), DDT solution for specific applications, Residual spray for malaria control
What are common misclassifications for HS code 380852?
This code is distinct due to the presence of DDT. It might be confused with other general insecticide codes like 380891 if the specific chemical composition is overlooked, or with 380859 if the "not DDT" clause is missed.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 380852?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 380852 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($5.5M, 35% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($4.3M) and South Africa ($3.3M). World exports came to about $16M, 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 380852?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 380852 in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($4.4M, 28% of world imports), Hungary ($1.8M) and Malaysia ($1.6M). World imports came to about $15M, 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 380852 structured?
HS code 380852 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (38) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (52) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 380852?
In Brazil, HS code 380852 is NCM 3808.52.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.