About HS Code 380869
This code covers insecticides containing active ingredients specified in Subheading Note 2, presented in large packings exceeding 7.5kg. These substantial quantities are typically intended for large-scale agricultural applications, industrial pest management, or public health campaigns. The trade in these products is primarily business-to-business, involving distributors, large farms, government agencies, and professional pest control operators. Importers are often countries with extensive agricultural lands or significant public health challenges requiring broad-scale pest control. Exporters are major agrochemical producers. Key considerations for trade include bulk handling, storage regulations, environmental impact assessments for large-scale application, and strict adherence to national and international pesticide use guidelines, given the potential for widespread environmental and health effects and the need for sustainable practices.
Products Under This Code
Agricultural insecticide concentrate (20L drum), Public health mosquito larvicide (10kg bag), Industrial pest control solution (25kg container), Large-scale crop protection spray (15L), Granular soil insecticide (20kg sack), Commercial-grade fogging insecticide (50L), Bulk ant killer bait (10kg)
Real World Examples
Chlorpyrifos (Corteva Agriscience - though restricted), Lambda-cyhalothrin (Syngenta), Malathion (various manufacturers), Imidacloprid (Bayer CropScience), Fipronil (BASF)
Common Misclassification
This code is for Subheading Note 2 ingredients in large packings (>7.5kg). It might be confused with 380862 (smaller packing) or 380891 (other insecticides, large packing) if the specific active ingredient note or the weight threshold is not accurately applied.
Products Classified Under 3808.69
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
Agricultural powerhouses like Brazil, India, and the USA are major importers, with China, Germany, and the USA being top exporters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 380869?
HS code 380869 covers: Insecticides; containing goods named in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles, in packings of a net weight content exceeding 7.5kg. This code covers insecticides containing active ingredients specified in Subheading Note 2, presented in large packings exceeding 7.5kg. These substantial quantities are typically intended for large-scale agricultural applications, industrial pest management, or public health campaigns. The trade in these products is primarily business-to-business, involving distributors, large farms, government agencies, and professional pest control operators. Importers are often countries with extensive agricultural lands or significant public health challenges requiring broad-scale pest control. Exporters are major agrochemical producers. Key considerations for trade include bulk handling, storage regulations, environmental impact assessments for large-scale application, and strict adherence to national and international pesticide use guidelines, given the potential for widespread environmental and health effects and the need for sustainable practices.
What products fall under HS code 380869?
Agricultural insecticide concentrate (20L drum), Public health mosquito larvicide (10kg bag), Industrial pest control solution (25kg container), Large-scale crop protection spray (15L), Granular soil insecticide (20kg sack), Commercial-grade fogging insecticide (50L), Bulk ant killer bait (10kg)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 380869?
This code is for Subheading Note 2 ingredients in large packings (>7.5kg). It might be confused with 380862 (smaller packing) or 380891 (other insecticides, large packing) if the specific active ingredient note or the weight threshold is not accurately applied.
How is HS code 380869 structured?
HS code 380869 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 (69) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.