About HS Code 380859
This broad category encompasses a range of pest control and plant protection products, excluding DDT, that contain specific active ingredients listed in Subheading Note 1. These are typically potent chemicals, often subject to international conventions like the Rotterdam Convention on Prior Informed Consent, indicating their potential hazards and the need for careful handling and regulation. Trade involves both agricultural and household-use products, often in retail-ready packaging, making them accessible to a wider consumer base. Major agricultural economies and countries with significant public health pest control needs are key importers, while large chemical manufacturers in developed and emerging economies are primary exporters. Key considerations include compliance with national pesticide registration laws, environmental impact assessments, consumer safety regulations, and the ongoing global efforts to manage and reduce the use of hazardous chemicals, especially for products intended for retail sale and direct consumer interaction.
Products Under This Code
Glyphosate herbicide (retail), Permethrin insecticide spray, Difenacoum rodenticide bait, Azoxystrobin fungicide concentrate, Glufosinate-ammonium herbicide, Chlorpyrifos insecticide (retail), Fipronil gel bait
Real World Examples
Roundup (Monsanto/Bayer), Raid (SC Johnson), Ortho Home Defense (Scotts Miracle-Gro), K-Othrine (Bayer Environmental Science), Talon (Syngenta)
Common Misclassification
This code is for products containing specific substances from Subheading Note 1, but *not* DDT. It could be confused with 380891 (other insecticides) or 380893 (other herbicides) if the specific active ingredient classification under Subheading Note 1 is overlooked.
Products Classified Under 3808.59
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
Top importers include agricultural powerhouses like Brazil, USA, and China, while major exporters are Germany, China, and the USA.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 380859?
HS code 380859 covers: Insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, disinfectants, herbicides and the like; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 1 to this Chapter; not DDT (ISO) (clofenotane (INN)), put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles. This broad category encompasses a range of pest control and plant protection products, excluding DDT, that contain specific active ingredients listed in Subheading Note 1. These are typically potent chemicals, often subject to international conventions like the Rotterdam Convention on Prior Informed Consent, indicating their potential hazards and the need for careful handling and regulation. Trade involves both agricultural and household-use products, often in retail-ready packaging, making them accessible to a wider consumer base. Major agricultural economies and countries with significant public health pest control needs are key importers, while large chemical manufacturers in developed and emerging economies are primary exporters. Key considerations include compliance with national pesticide registration laws, environmental impact assessments, consumer safety regulations, and the ongoing global efforts to manage and reduce the use of hazardous chemicals, especially for products intended for retail sale and direct consumer interaction.
What products fall under HS code 380859?
Glyphosate herbicide (retail), Permethrin insecticide spray, Difenacoum rodenticide bait, Azoxystrobin fungicide concentrate, Glufosinate-ammonium herbicide, Chlorpyrifos insecticide (retail), Fipronil gel bait
What are common misclassifications for HS code 380859?
This code is for products containing specific substances from Subheading Note 1, but *not* DDT. It could be confused with 380891 (other insecticides) or 380893 (other herbicides) if the specific active ingredient classification under Subheading Note 1 is overlooked.
How is HS code 380859 structured?
HS code 380859 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 (59) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.