HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3808.61 – Insecticides and the like; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter; in packings of a net weight content not exceeding 300g; for retail sale or as preparations or articles
HS code 3808.61 is the 6-digit subheading for insecticides and the like, containing goods specified in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter, in packings of a net weight content not exceeding 300g, for retail sale or as preparations or articles. It is used for aerosol insect spray (small can), mosquito repellent lotion (travel size), ant bait stations, fly strips and garden pest spray (small bottle).
What HS 3808.61 covers
This code covers insecticides containing specific active ingredients detailed in Subheading Note 2, packaged in small quantities (up to 300g) for retail or direct use. These are typically consumer-oriented products designed for household pest control, garden use, or personal insect repellents, emphasizing convenience and ease of application for end-users rather than large-scale agricultural or industrial operations. The small packing size is a defining characteristic, catering to individual consumer needs. Importers are often countries with large urban populations or significant tourism, requiring solutions for common household pests and personal protection. Exporters are generally chemical companies with strong consumer brands and distribution networks. Key aspects of trade include product safety labeling, clear efficacy claims, and strict compliance with national consumer protection and pesticide registration laws, especially given their direct interaction with the public and potential for widespread use.
- Covers
- Aerosol insect spray (small can)
- Mosquito repellent lotion (travel size)
- Ant bait stations
- Fly strips
- Garden pest spray (small bottle)
- Roach killer gel (small tube)
- Personal insect repellent wipes
- Examples
- OFF! Deep Woods (SC Johnson)
- Mortein (Reckitt Benckiser)
- Black Flag (United Industries)
- Raid Max (SC Johnson)
- Baygon (SC Johnson)
Codes often confused with 3808.61
Common mistake. This code is distinguished by the active ingredients from Subheading Note 2 and the small packing size (<=300g). It might be confused with 380862 (same ingredients, larger packing) or 380891 (other insecticides, small packing) if the specific active ingredient note is not carefully checked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 380861, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 380861 in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Poland, 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 Indonesia $12M 17% of world exports
- 2 Greece $10M 15% of world exports
- 3 France $7.8M 11% of world exports
World total: $69M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Poland $9.1M 12% of world imports
- 2 Italy $7.4M 9.4% of world imports
- 3 Spain $7.1M 9.0% of world imports
World total: $79M 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 3808.61
Brazil does not split HS 3808.61: its NCM code is 3808.61.00.
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 3808.61
What is HS code 380861?
HS code 380861 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Insecticides and the like; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter; in packings of a net weight content not exceeding 300g; for retail sale or as preparations or articles. This code covers insecticides containing specific active ingredients detailed in Subheading Note 2, packaged in small quantities (up to 300g) for retail or direct use. These are typically consumer-oriented products designed for household pest control, garden use, or personal insect repellents, emphasizing convenience and ease of application for end-users rather than large-scale agricultural or industrial operations. The small packing size is a defining characteristic, catering to individual consumer needs. Importers are often countries with large urban populations or significant tourism, requiring solutions for common household pests and personal protection. Exporters are generally chemical companies with strong consumer brands and distribution networks. Key aspects of trade include product safety labeling, clear efficacy claims, and strict compliance with national consumer protection and pesticide registration laws, especially given their direct interaction with the public and potential for widespread use.
What products fall under HS code 380861?
Aerosol insect spray (small can), Mosquito repellent lotion (travel size), Ant bait stations, Fly strips, Garden pest spray (small bottle), Roach killer gel (small tube), Personal insect repellent wipes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 380861?
This code is distinguished by the active ingredients from Subheading Note 2 and the small packing size (<=300g). It might be confused with 380862 (same ingredients, larger packing) or 380891 (other insecticides, small packing) if the specific active ingredient note is not carefully checked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 380861?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 380861 in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($12M, 17% of world exports), Greece ($10M) and France ($7.8M). World exports came to about $69M, 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 380861?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 380861 in UN Comtrade data were Poland ($9.1M, 12% of world imports), Italy ($7.4M) and Spain ($7.1M). World imports came to about $79M, 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 380861 structured?
HS code 380861 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 (61) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 380861?
In Brazil, HS code 380861 is NCM 3808.61.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.