HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 3822.11 – Reagents; diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, whether or not put up in the form of kits; for malaria

HS code 3822.11 is the 6-digit subheading for reagents, diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, whether or not put up in the form of kits, for malaria. It is used for malaria rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs), malaria antigen detection kits, malaria PCR reagents, malaria antibody tests and giemsa stain for malaria.

What HS 3822.11 covers

This HS code specifically covers diagnostic or laboratory reagents, whether on a backing or not, and whether or not in kit form, that are prepared for the detection or study of malaria. These products are crucial for public health initiatives, clinical diagnostics, and research, particularly in regions where malaria is endemic. Importers and exporters include healthcare providers, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), diagnostic companies, and research laboratories. The trade is heavily influenced by global health funding, disease prevalence, regulatory approvals, and the urgent need for rapid, accurate disease detection to facilitate timely treatment and control outbreaks.

Covers
  • Malaria rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs)
  • Malaria antigen detection kits
  • Malaria PCR reagents
  • Malaria antibody tests
  • Giemsa stain for malaria
  • Plasmodium falciparum detection kits
  • Pan-malaria detection kits
Examples
  • SD Bioline Malaria Ag P.f/Pan
  • Alere BinaxNOW Malaria
  • CareStart Malaria HRP2
  • Access Bio CareStart Malaria
  • First Response Malaria Ag HRP2

Codes often confused with 3822.11

Common mistake. Can be confused with general diagnostic reagents (382290) or other disease-specific diagnostic kits (e.g., 382212 for Zika) if the specific malaria application isn't clearly identified. The 'for malaria' qualifier is essential.

3822.90Reagents; diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, or put up in the form of kits, other than those of heading 30.06; certified reference materials, n.e.c. in heading 38223822.12Reagents; diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, whether or not put up in the form of kits; for zika and other diseases transmitted by mosquitoes of the genus Aedes

Top exporters and importers of HS code 382211, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 382211 in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 46% 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. 1 Belgium $211M
  2. 2 United States $88M
  3. 3 India $68M

World total: $473M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Belgium $197M
  2. 2 Egypt $22M
  3. 3 France $17M

World total: $425M 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 3822.11

Brazil does not split HS 3822.11: its NCM code is 3822.11.00.

  1. 3822.11.00 Malaria diagnostic reagentsPara a malária (paludismo)

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 38.22 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 3822.11

What is HS code 382211?

HS code 382211 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Reagents; diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, whether or not put up in the form of kits; for malaria. This HS code specifically covers diagnostic or laboratory reagents, whether on a backing or not, and whether or not in kit form, that are prepared for the detection or study of malaria. These products are crucial for public health initiatives, clinical diagnostics, and research, particularly in regions where malaria is endemic. Importers and exporters include healthcare providers, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), diagnostic companies, and research laboratories. The trade is heavily influenced by global health funding, disease prevalence, regulatory approvals, and the urgent need for rapid, accurate disease detection to facilitate timely treatment and control outbreaks.

What products fall under HS code 382211?

Malaria rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs), malaria antigen detection kits, malaria PCR reagents, malaria antibody tests, Giemsa stain for malaria, Plasmodium falciparum detection kits, pan-malaria detection kits

What are common misclassifications for HS code 382211?

Can be confused with general diagnostic reagents (382290) or other disease-specific diagnostic kits (e.g., 382212 for Zika) if the specific malaria application isn't clearly identified. The 'for malaria' qualifier is essential.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 382211?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 382211 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($211M, 45% of world exports), the United States ($88M) and India ($68M). World exports came to about $473M, 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 382211?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 382211 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($197M, 46% of world imports), Egypt ($22M) and France ($17M). World imports came to about $425M, 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 382211 structured?

HS code 382211 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (38) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (22) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 382211?

In Brazil, HS code 382211 is NCM 3822.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.